Electricity rates in Clear Lake, IA
Clear Lake (7,590 people, Cerro Gordo 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 Clear Lake
| 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 Cerro Gordo County right now
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Outage history in Cerro Gordo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 62 | 162 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,751 (5.9%) | 7,467 (25.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (62 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mason City 18.3¢
- Garner 18.3¢
- Manly 18.3¢
- Rockwell 11.5¢
- Forest City 18.3¢
- Sheffield 11.5¢
- Nora Springs 18.3¢
- Lake Mills 18.3¢
- Britt 18.3¢
- Northwood 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50428
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Clear Lake?
Most homes in Clear Lake 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 Clear Lake: Prairie Energy Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Clear Lake?
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 Clear Lake, IA?
2 utilities serve Clear Lake'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 Clear Lake?
In 2025, customers in Cerro Gordo County averaged 2 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 7,467 customers (25.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.