Electricity rates in Ottumwa, IA
Ottumwa (24,624 people, Wapello County) is served by 3 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 Ottumwa
| 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 |
| Access Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $168 | 8,890 | 83 |
Power outages in Wapello County right now
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Outage history in Wapello County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 187 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,487 (15.9%) | 2,593 (11.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-05-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (187 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eddyville 11.5¢
- Bloomfield 18.3¢
- Albia 11.5¢
- Maharishi Vedic City 18.3¢
- Oskaloosa 11.5¢
- Fairfield 18.3¢
- Sigourney 18.3¢
- New Sharon 11.5¢
- Pella 11.5¢
- North English 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52501
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ottumwa?
Most homes in Ottumwa 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 Ottumwa: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢), Access Energy Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ottumwa?
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 Ottumwa, IA?
3 utilities serve Ottumwa's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co., Access Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ottumwa?
In 2025, customers in Wapello County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 2,593 customers (11.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.