Electricity rates in Cherokee, IA
Cherokee (5,030 people, Cherokee County) is served by 2 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 Cherokee
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
Power outages in Cherokee County right now
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Outage history in Cherokee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 152 | 374 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,074 (18%) | 3,081 (51.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (152 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 51012
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cherokee?
Most homes in Cherokee 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 Cherokee: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cherokee?
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 Cherokee, IA?
2 utilities serve Cherokee's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cherokee?
In 2025, customers in Cherokee County averaged 6 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 3,081 customers (51.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.