Electricity rates in Oelwein, IA
Oelwein (6,153 people, Fayette 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 Oelwein
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.52¢ | $192 | 7,417 | 67 |
Power outages in Fayette County right now
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Outage history in Fayette County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 123 | 121 |
| Days with outages | 23 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,398 (16%) | 1,396 (16%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-07 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (123 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fairbank 11.5¢
- Fayette 18.3¢
- Independence 11.5¢
- Sumner 18.3¢
- Jesup 11.5¢
- Strawberry Point 18.3¢
- Tripoli 11.5¢
- West Union 18.3¢
- Denver 11.5¢
- Elk Run Heights 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50662
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oelwein?
Most homes in Oelwein 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 Oelwein: East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op (13.52¢).
What is the average electric bill in Oelwein?
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 Oelwein, IA?
2 utilities serve Oelwein's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Oelwein?
In 2025, customers in Fayette County averaged 2 hr 1 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 1,396 customers (16%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.