Electricity rates in George, IA
George (1,055 people, Lyon 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 George
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Lyon County right now
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Outage history in Lyon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 198 | 403 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 738 (14.5%) | 1,792 (35.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-15 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (198 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rock Rapids 11.5¢
- Hull 11.5¢
- Sibley 18.3¢
- Sheldon 11.5¢
- Rock Valley 11.5¢
- Sioux Center 11.5¢
- Sanborn 11.5¢
- Orange City 11.5¢
- Alton 11.5¢
- Hartley 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 51237
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in George?
Most homes in George 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 George: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in George?
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 George, IA?
2 utilities serve George's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in George?
In 2025, customers in Lyon County averaged 6 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 1,792 customers (35.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.