Electricity rates in Emmetsburg, IA
Emmetsburg (3,811 people, Palo Alto County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Emmetsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
Power outages in Palo Alto County right now
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Outage history in Palo Alto County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 152 | 79 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 3 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,238 (53.7%) | 1,095 (26.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-06-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (152 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Laurens 18.3¢
- Estherville 18.3¢
- Algona 18.3¢
- Spencer 18.3¢
- Pocahontas 11.5¢
- Milford 18.3¢
- Arnolds Park 18.3¢
- Spirit Lake 18.3¢
- Humboldt 11.5¢
- Lake Park 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50536
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Emmetsburg?
Most homes in Emmetsburg get power from MidAmerican Energy Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.46¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Emmetsburg: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Emmetsburg?
About $95 a month, based on 828 kWh a month (the average for MidAmerican Energy Co. customers) at 11.46¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Emmetsburg, IA?
2 utilities serve Emmetsburg's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Emmetsburg?
In 2025, customers in Palo Alto County averaged 79 min without power. Outages hit 3 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-11, when 1,095 customers (26.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.