Electricity rates in Fort Dodge, IA
Fort Dodge (24,649 people, Webster 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 Fort Dodge
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Prairie Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $198 | 3,433 | 428 |
Power outages in Webster County right now
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Outage history in Webster County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 117 | 434 |
| Days with outages | 18 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,134 (15.4%) | 7,101 (34.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-24 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (117 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Humboldt 11.5¢
- Eagle Grove 11.5¢
- Webster City 11.5¢
- Manson 11.5¢
- Rockwell City 11.5¢
- Clarion 11.5¢
- Jewell 11.5¢
- Centerville 18.3¢
- Pocahontas 11.5¢
- Ogden 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50501
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Dodge?
Most homes in Fort Dodge 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 Fort Dodge: Prairie Energy Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Dodge?
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 Fort Dodge, IA?
2 utilities serve Fort Dodge's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Prairie Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Dodge?
In 2025, customers in Webster County averaged 7 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 7,101 customers (34.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.