Electricity rates in Monroe, IA
Monroe (1,831 people, Jasper 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 Monroe
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Jasper County right now
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Outage history in Jasper County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 525 | 295 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,059 (45.3%) | 3,534 (22.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (525 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Prairie City 11.5¢
- Pella 11.5¢
- Newton 11.5¢
- Pleasantville 11.5¢
- Colfax 11.5¢
- Knoxville 11.5¢
- Mitchellville 11.5¢
- Carlisle 11.5¢
- Altoona 11.5¢
- Baxter 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50170
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Monroe?
Most homes in Monroe 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 Monroe: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Monroe?
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 Monroe, IA?
2 utilities serve Monroe's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Monroe?
In 2025, customers in Jasper County averaged 4 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 3,534 customers (22.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.