Electricity rates in Milford, IA
Milford (3,018 people, Dickinson 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 Milford
| 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 Dickinson County right now
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Outage history in Dickinson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 226 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,604 (53.5%) | 741 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-17 | 2025-10-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (226 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Arnolds Park 18.3¢
- Spirit Lake 18.3¢
- Lake Park 18.3¢
- Spencer 18.3¢
- Estherville 18.3¢
- Hartley 18.3¢
- Sanborn 11.5¢
- Emmetsburg 11.5¢
- Sibley 18.3¢
- Paullina 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 51351
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Milford?
Most homes in Milford 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 Milford: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Milford?
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 Milford, IA?
2 utilities serve Milford'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 Milford?
In 2025, customers in Dickinson County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-28, when 741 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.