Electricity rates in Fort Madison, IA
Fort Madison (10,717 people, Lee 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 Fort Madison
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Access Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $168 | 8,890 | 83 |
Power outages in Lee County right now
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Outage history in Lee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 224 | 327 |
| Days with outages | 51 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,208 (14.3%) | 6,395 (41.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-17 | 2025-06-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (224 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Burlington 18.3¢
- Burlington 18.3¢
- Keokuk 18.3¢
- New London 18.3¢
- Mount Pleasant 18.3¢
- Mediapolis 18.3¢
- Winfield 18.3¢
- Wapello 11.5¢
- Fairfield 18.3¢
- Columbus Junction 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52627
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Madison?
Most homes in Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison: Access Energy Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Madison?
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 Fort Madison, IA?
2 utilities serve Fort Madison's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Access Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Madison?
In 2025, customers in Lee County averaged 5 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-04, when 6,395 customers (41.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.