Electricity rates in Laurens, IA
Laurens (1,180 people, Pocahontas 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 Laurens
| 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 |
Power outages in Pocahontas County right now
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Outage history in Pocahontas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 187 | 154 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 12 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,012 (32%) | 899 (28.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-24 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (187 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pocahontas 11.5¢
- Emmetsburg 11.5¢
- Storm Lake 11.5¢
- Spencer 18.3¢
- Alta 11.5¢
- Manson 11.5¢
- Sac City 11.5¢
- Rockwell City 11.5¢
- Humboldt 11.5¢
- Algona 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50554
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Laurens?
Most homes in Laurens 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 Laurens: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Laurens?
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 Laurens, IA?
2 utilities serve Laurens's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Laurens?
In 2025, customers in Pocahontas County averaged 2 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 12 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 899 customers (28.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.