Electricity rates in Decorah, IA
Decorah (7,907 people, Winneshiek 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 Decorah
| 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 Winneshiek County right now
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Outage history in Winneshiek County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 130 | 114 |
| Days with outages | 32 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,642 (17.5%) | 1,328 (14.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-12 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (130 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Waukon 18.3¢
- Cresco 18.3¢
- Postville 18.3¢
- West Union 18.3¢
- Monona 18.3¢
- New Hampton 18.3¢
- Fayette 18.3¢
- Sumner 18.3¢
- Elkader 18.3¢
- Tripoli 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 52101
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Decorah?
Most homes in Decorah 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 Decorah: MiEnergy Cooperative (17.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Decorah?
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 Decorah, IA?
2 utilities serve Decorah'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 Decorah?
In 2025, customers in Winneshiek County averaged 114 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 1,328 customers (14.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.