Electricity rates in Glidden, IA
Glidden (1,127 people, Carroll 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 Glidden
| 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 Carroll County right now
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Outage history in Carroll County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 75 | 230 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,488 (17.2%) | 3,079 (35.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (75 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carroll 11.5¢
- Coon Rapids 11.5¢
- Lake City 11.5¢
- Jefferson 18.3¢
- Manning 11.5¢
- Rockwell City 11.5¢
- Lake View 11.5¢
- Audubon 11.5¢
- Sac City 11.5¢
- Guthrie Center 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 51443
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Glidden?
Most homes in Glidden 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 Glidden: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Glidden?
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 Glidden, IA?
2 utilities serve Glidden'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 Glidden?
In 2025, customers in Carroll County averaged 3 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 3,079 customers (35.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.