Electricity rates in Ida Grove, IA
Ida Grove (2,122 people, Ida 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 Ida Grove
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| North West Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.70¢ | $223 | 9,461 | 188 |
Power outages in Ida County right now
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Outage history in Ida County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 306 | 556 |
| Days with outages | 18 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,243 (38.5%) | 1,438 (44.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-08 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (306 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 51445
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ida Grove?
Most homes in Ida Grove 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 Ida Grove: North West Rural Electric Co-op (9.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ida Grove?
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 Ida Grove, IA?
2 utilities serve Ida Grove's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., North West Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ida Grove?
In 2025, customers in Ida County averaged 9 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 1,438 customers (44.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.