Electricity rates in Preston, IA
Preston (1,012 people, Jackson County) is served by 4 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 Preston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
| Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.21¢ | $158 | 11K | 138 |
| City of Preston | Municipal utility | 14.16¢ | $95 | 502 | — |
Power outages in Jackson County right now
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Outage history in Jackson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 177 | 145 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,827 (17.7%) | 2,819 (27.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (177 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 52069
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Preston?
Most homes in Preston 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 Preston: Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢), Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op (14.21¢), City of Preston (14.16¢).
What is the average electric bill in Preston?
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 Preston, IA?
4 utilities serve Preston's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op, Maquoketa Valley Rrl Electric Co-op, City of Preston. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Preston?
In 2025, customers in Jackson County averaged 2 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 2,819 customers (27.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.