Electricity rates in Jefferson, IA
Jefferson (4,204 people, Greene 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 Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Midland Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.07¢ | $208 | 12K | 488 |
Power outages in Greene County right now
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Outage history in Greene County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 103 | 621 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,647 (77.5%) | 1,832 (53.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-10 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (103 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ogden 18.3¢
- Glidden 11.5¢
- Coon Rapids 11.5¢
- Perry 11.5¢
- Lake Panorama 18.3¢
- Panora 18.3¢
- Centerville 18.3¢
- Guthrie Center 18.3¢
- Lake City 11.5¢
- Carroll 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50129
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson?
Most homes in Jefferson 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 Jefferson: Midland Power Co-op (14.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson?
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 Jefferson, IA?
2 utilities serve Jefferson's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Midland Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in Greene County averaged 10 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 1,832 customers (53.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.