Electricity rates in Iowa City, IA
Iowa City (74,220 people, Johnson 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 Iowa City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Corridor Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $129 | 31K | 135 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Johnson County right now
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Outage history in Johnson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 131 | 105 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,665 (4.7%) | 8,629 (11.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-29 | 2025-12-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (131 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- University Heights 11.5¢
- Coralville 11.5¢
- North Liberty 11.5¢
- Tiffin 11.5¢
- West Branch 11.5¢
- Solon 11.5¢
- Riverside 11.5¢
- Lone Tree 18.3¢
- Ely 18.3¢
- West Liberty 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52240, 52242, 52243, 52244, 52245, 52246
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Iowa City?
Most homes in Iowa City 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 Iowa City: Corridor Energy Cooperative (14.60¢), Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢), Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Iowa City?
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 Iowa City, IA?
4 utilities serve Iowa City's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Corridor Energy Cooperative, Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op, Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Iowa City?
In 2025, customers in Johnson County averaged 105 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-01, when 8,629 customers (11.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.