Electricity rates in Blue Grass, IA
Blue Grass (1,676 people, Scott County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Blue Grass
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
Power outages in Scott County right now
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Outage history in Scott County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 365 | 219 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,742 (26.2%) | 16,097 (23.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-07-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (365 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 52726
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Blue Grass?
Most homes in Blue Grass get power from MidAmerican Energy Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.46¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Blue Grass: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢), Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Blue Grass?
About $95 a month, based on 828 kWh a month (the average for MidAmerican Energy Co. customers) at 11.46¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Blue Grass, IA?
3 utilities serve Blue Grass's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co., Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Blue Grass?
In 2025, customers in Scott County averaged 3 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-12, when 16,097 customers (23.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.