Electricity rates in Red Oak, IA
Red Oak (5,472 people, Montgomery 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 Red Oak
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
Power outages in Montgomery County right now
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Outage history in Montgomery County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 281 | 147 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,176 (20.5%) | 4,108 (71.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-15 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (281 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 51566, 51591
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Red Oak?
Most homes in Red Oak 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 Red Oak?
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 Red Oak, IA?
MidAmerican Energy Co. serves Red Oak.
How often does the power go out in Red Oak?
In 2025, customers in Montgomery County averaged 2 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 4,108 customers (71.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.