Electricity rates in Manson, IA
Manson (1,615 people, Calhoun 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 Manson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
Power outages in Calhoun County right now
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Outage history in Calhoun County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 433 | 791 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,439 (59.6%) | 2,838 (69.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-24 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (433 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rockwell City 11.5¢
- Pocahontas 11.5¢
- Fort Dodge 11.5¢
- Lake City 11.5¢
- Humboldt 11.5¢
- Sac City 11.5¢
- Laurens 18.3¢
- Lake View 11.5¢
- Eagle Grove 11.5¢
- Glidden 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50563
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Manson?
Most homes in Manson 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 Manson: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Manson?
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 Manson, IA?
2 utilities serve Manson's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Manson?
In 2025, customers in Calhoun County averaged 13 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 2,838 customers (69.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.