Electricity rates in New Sharon, IA
New Sharon (1,291 people, Mahaska 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 New Sharon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
Power outages in Mahaska County right now
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Outage history in Mahaska County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 319 | 158 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,512 (67.5%) | 2,221 (27.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-28 | 2025-05-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (319 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 50207
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New Sharon?
Most homes in New Sharon 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 New Sharon?
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 New Sharon, IA?
MidAmerican Energy Co. serves New Sharon.
How often does the power go out in New Sharon?
In 2025, customers in Mahaska County averaged 2 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-31, when 2,221 customers (27.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.