Electricity rates in Belmond, IA
Belmond (2,314 people, Wright County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Interstate Power and Light Co. pay about 18.29¢/kWh, 29% more than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Belmond
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Prairie Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $198 | 3,433 | 428 |
Power outages in Wright County right now
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Outage history in Wright County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 195 | 704 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,110 (38.1%) | 3,042 (54.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-24 | 2025-06-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (195 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Clarion 11.5¢
- Garner 18.3¢
- Eagle Grove 11.5¢
- Britt 18.3¢
- Sheffield 11.5¢
- Hampton 11.5¢
- Clear Lake 18.3¢
- Rockwell 11.5¢
- Webster City 11.5¢
- Forest City 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50421
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Belmond?
Most homes in Belmond get power from Interstate Power and Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Belmond: Prairie Energy Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Belmond?
About $135 a month, based on 739 kWh a month (the average for Interstate Power and Light Co. customers) at 18.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Belmond, IA?
2 utilities serve Belmond's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Prairie Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Belmond?
In 2025, customers in Wright County averaged 11 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-12, when 3,042 customers (54.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.