Electricity rates in Eldora, IA
Eldora (2,702 people, Hardin 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 Eldora
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Midland Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.07¢ | $208 | 12K | 488 |
Power outages in Hardin County right now
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Outage history in Hardin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 88 | 220 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 12 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,350 (34.1%) | 3,393 (49.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-08-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (88 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ackley 11.5¢
- Iowa Falls 18.3¢
- Conrad 18.3¢
- Grundy Center 18.3¢
- Aplington 11.5¢
- Parkersburg 11.5¢
- Marshalltown 18.3¢
- State Center 18.3¢
- Roland 18.3¢
- Dike 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50627
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Eldora?
Most homes in Eldora 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 Eldora: Midland Power Co-op (14.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Eldora?
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 Eldora, IA?
2 utilities serve Eldora's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Midland Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Eldora?
In 2025, customers in Hardin County averaged 3 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 12 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-15, when 3,393 customers (49.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.