Electricity rates in Melcher-Dallas, IA
Melcher-Dallas (1,259 people, Marion County) is served by MidAmerican Energy Co.. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Melcher-Dallas
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
Power outages in Marion County right now
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Outage history in Marion County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 143 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,819 (19.2%) | 2,599 (13.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-28 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (143 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Knoxville 11.5¢
- Pleasantville 11.5¢
- Chariton 11.5¢
- Indianola 11.5¢
- Pella 11.5¢
- Monroe 11.5¢
- Carlisle 11.5¢
- Prairie City 11.5¢
- Albia 11.5¢
- Norwalk 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50062, 50163
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Melcher-Dallas?
Most homes in Melcher-Dallas 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Melcher-Dallas?
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 Melcher-Dallas, IA?
MidAmerican Energy Co. serves Melcher-Dallas.
How often does the power go out in Melcher-Dallas?
In 2025, customers in Marion County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 2,599 customers (13.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.