Electricity rates in Independence, IA
Independence (6,028 people, Buchanan County) is served by 4 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 Independence
| 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 |
| East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.52¢ | $192 | 7,417 | 67 |
| City of Independence | Municipal utility | 14.88¢ | $101 | 2,737 | 17 |
Power outages in Buchanan County right now
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Outage history in Buchanan County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 86 | 116 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,511 (12.3%) | 1,481 (12.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-15 | 2025-11-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (86 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Jesup 11.5¢
- Oelwein 18.3¢
- Fairbank 11.5¢
- Urbana 18.3¢
- Elk Run Heights 11.5¢
- La Porte City 11.5¢
- Center Point 18.3¢
- Evansdale 11.5¢
- Vinton 18.3¢
- Manchester 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50644
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Independence?
Most homes in Independence 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 Independence: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢), East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op (13.52¢), City of Independence (14.88¢).
What is the average electric bill in Independence?
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 Independence, IA?
4 utilities serve Independence's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co., East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op, City of Independence. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Independence?
In 2025, customers in Buchanan County averaged 116 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-30, when 1,481 customers (12.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.