Electricity rates in Cresco, IA
Cresco (3,833 people, Howard 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 Cresco
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| MiEnergy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 17.71¢ | $183 | 6,023 | 102 |
Power outages in Howard County right now
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Outage history in Howard County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 246 | 138 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 14 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,333 (31.9%) | 1,127 (27%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-08-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (246 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Decorah 18.3¢
- New Hampton 18.3¢
- West Union 18.3¢
- Waukon 18.3¢
- Postville 18.3¢
- Charles City 11.5¢
- Osage 18.3¢
- Nashua 11.5¢
- Sumner 18.3¢
- Tripoli 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 52136
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cresco?
Most homes in Cresco 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 Cresco: MiEnergy Cooperative (17.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cresco?
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 Cresco, IA?
2 utilities serve Cresco's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., MiEnergy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cresco?
In 2025, customers in Howard County averaged 2 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 14 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-16, when 1,127 customers (27%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.