Electricity rates in Columbus Junction, IA
Columbus Junction (1,860 people, Louisa 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 Columbus Junction
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Louisa County right now
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Outage history in Louisa County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 193 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 918 (20.2%) | 1,390 (30.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-12-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (193 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wapello 11.5¢
- Winfield 18.3¢
- Lone Tree 18.3¢
- Washington 18.3¢
- Riverside 11.5¢
- Muscatine 11.5¢
- West Liberty 18.3¢
- Mediapolis 18.3¢
- Kalona 11.5¢
- Mount Pleasant 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52738
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbus Junction?
Most homes in Columbus Junction 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 Columbus Junction: Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Columbus Junction?
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 Columbus Junction, IA?
2 utilities serve Columbus Junction's ZIP codes: 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 Columbus Junction?
In 2025, customers in Louisa County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-16, when 1,390 customers (30.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.