Electricity rates in Lake Park, IA
Lake Park (1,137 people, Dickinson County) is served by 3 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 Lake Park
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
| Federated Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 13.28¢ | $186 | 53 | — |
Power outages in Dickinson County right now
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Outage history in Dickinson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 226 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,604 (53.5%) | 741 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-17 | 2025-10-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (226 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Spirit Lake 18.3¢
- Arnolds Park 18.3¢
- Milford 18.3¢
- Hartley 18.3¢
- Sibley 18.3¢
- Spencer 18.3¢
- Estherville 18.3¢
- Sanborn 11.5¢
- Sheldon 11.5¢
- George 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 51347
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lake Park?
Most homes in Lake Park 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 Lake Park: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢), Federated Rural Electric Association (13.28¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lake Park?
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 Lake Park, IA?
3 utilities serve Lake Park's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op, Federated Rural Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lake Park?
In 2025, customers in Dickinson County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-28, when 741 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.