Electricity rates in Garner, IA
Garner (3,107 people, Hancock 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 Garner
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Prairie Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.56¢ | $198 | 3,433 | 428 |
Power outages in Hancock County right now
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Outage history in Hancock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 217 | 1,010 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,827 (33.3%) | 5,271 (96%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-08 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (217 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Britt 18.3¢
- Forest City 18.3¢
- Clear Lake 18.3¢
- Belmond 18.3¢
- Mason City 18.3¢
- Lake Mills 18.3¢
- Rockwell 11.5¢
- Manly 18.3¢
- Sheffield 11.5¢
- Clarion 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50438
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Garner?
Most homes in Garner 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 Garner: Prairie Energy Co-op (14.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Garner?
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 Garner, IA?
2 utilities serve Garner's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Prairie Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Garner?
In 2025, customers in Hancock County averaged 16 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 5,271 customers (96%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.