Electricity rates in Hiawatha, IA
Hiawatha (7,199 people, Linn 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 Hiawatha
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Corridor Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $129 | 31K | 135 |
Power outages in Linn County right now
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Outage history in Linn County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 91 | 73 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,629 (7.3%) | 4,050 (3.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-08-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (91 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Robins 18.3¢
- Cedar Rapids 18.3¢
- Marion 18.3¢
- Palo 18.3¢
- Fairfax 18.3¢
- Atkins 18.3¢
- Center Point 18.3¢
- Ely 18.3¢
- Springville 18.3¢
- Walford 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52233
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hiawatha?
Most homes in Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha: Corridor Energy Cooperative (14.60¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hiawatha?
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 Hiawatha, IA?
2 utilities serve Hiawatha's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Corridor Energy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hiawatha?
In 2025, customers in Linn County averaged 73 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-12, when 4,050 customers (3.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.