Electricity rates in Central City, IA
Central City (1,269 people, Linn County) is served by 3 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 Central City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Corridor Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $129 | 31K | 135 |
| Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.21¢ | $158 | 11K | 138 |
Power outages in Linn County right now
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Outage history in Linn County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 91 | 73 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,629 (7.3%) | 4,050 (3.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-08-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (91 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Springville 18.3¢
- Robins 18.3¢
- Marion 18.3¢
- Center Point 18.3¢
- Anamosa 18.3¢
- Hiawatha 18.3¢
- Cedar Rapids 18.3¢
- Palo 18.3¢
- Monticello 18.3¢
- Urbana 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52214
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Central City?
Most homes in Central City 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 Central City: Corridor Energy Cooperative (14.60¢), Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op (14.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Central City?
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 Central City, IA?
3 utilities serve Central City's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Corridor Energy Cooperative, Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Central City?
In 2025, customers in Linn County averaged 73 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-12, when 4,050 customers (3.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.