Electricity rates in Le Mars, IA
Le Mars (9,761 people, Plymouth County) is served by 2 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 Le Mars
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| North West Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.70¢ | $223 | 9,461 | 188 |
Power outages in Plymouth County right now
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Outage history in Plymouth County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 137 | 198 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,462 (17%) | 2,099 (24.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-06-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (137 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Remsen 11.5¢
- Alton 11.5¢
- Orange City 11.5¢
- Kingsley 11.5¢
- Marcus 11.5¢
- Sioux Center 11.5¢
- Akron 11.5¢
- Hawarden 11.5¢
- Moville 11.5¢
- Sioux City 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 51031
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Le Mars?
Most homes in Le Mars 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 Le Mars: North West Rural Electric Co-op (9.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Le Mars?
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 Le Mars, IA?
2 utilities serve Le Mars's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., North West Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Le Mars?
In 2025, customers in Plymouth County averaged 3 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-29, when 2,099 customers (24.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.