Electricity rates in Monticello, IA
Monticello (3,825 people, Jones 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 Monticello
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.21¢ | $158 | 11K | 138 |
Power outages in Jones County right now
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Outage history in Jones County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 114 | 261 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,480 (17.4%) | 3,762 (44.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-07-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (114 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cascade 18.3¢
- Anamosa 18.3¢
- Farley 18.3¢
- Dyersville 18.3¢
- Central City 18.3¢
- Springville 18.3¢
- Epworth 18.3¢
- Manchester 18.3¢
- Peosta 18.3¢
- Mechanicsville 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52310
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Monticello?
Most homes in Monticello 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 Monticello: Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op (14.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Monticello?
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 Monticello, IA?
2 utilities serve Monticello's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Monticello?
In 2025, customers in Jones County averaged 4 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-12, when 3,762 customers (44.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.