Electricity rates in Mediapolis, IA
Mediapolis (1,574 people, Des Moines 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 Mediapolis
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
Power outages in Des Moines County right now
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Outage history in Des Moines County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 582 | 184 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,944 (43.6%) | 3,426 (18.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-08-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (582 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wapello 11.5¢
- West Burlington 18.3¢
- New London 18.3¢
- Burlington 18.3¢
- Winfield 18.3¢
- Mount Pleasant 18.3¢
- Columbus Junction 18.3¢
- Fort Madison 18.3¢
- Muscatine 11.5¢
- Washington 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52637
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mediapolis?
Most homes in Mediapolis 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 Mediapolis: Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Mediapolis?
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 Mediapolis, IA?
2 utilities serve Mediapolis's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Mediapolis?
In 2025, customers in Des Moines County averaged 3 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-16, when 3,426 customers (18.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.