Electricity rates in Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls (41,255 people, Black Hawk County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Cedar Falls Utilities pay about 11.90¢/kWh, 16% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Cedar Falls
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Falls Utilities | Municipal utility | 11.90¢ | $99 | 18K | 37 |
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Black Hawk County right now
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Outage history in Black Hawk County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 100 | 160 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,552 (13.1%) | 12,895 (22.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (100 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Waterloo 11.5¢
- Hudson 11.5¢
- Evansdale 11.5¢
- Dike 11.5¢
- Elk Run Heights 11.5¢
- Denver 11.5¢
- Waverly 11.5¢
- Shell Rock 11.5¢
- Reinbeck 11.5¢
- Parkersburg 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50613, 50614
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cedar Falls?
Most homes in Cedar Falls get power from Cedar Falls Utilities, where residential customers pay an average of 11.90¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Cedar Falls: MidAmerican Energy Co. (11.46¢), Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cedar Falls?
About $99 a month, based on 836 kWh a month (the average for Cedar Falls Utilities customers) at 11.90¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Cedar Falls, IA?
3 utilities serve Cedar Falls's ZIP codes: Cedar Falls Utilities, MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cedar Falls?
In 2025, customers in Black Hawk County averaged 2 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 12,895 customers (22.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.