Electricity rates in Rockwell, IA
Rockwell (1,019 people, Cerro Gordo County) is served by 2 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 Rockwell
| 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 |
Power outages in Cerro Gordo County right now
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Outage history in Cerro Gordo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 62 | 162 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,751 (5.9%) | 7,467 (25.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (62 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sheffield 11.5¢
- Mason City 18.3¢
- Clear Lake 18.3¢
- Nora Springs 18.3¢
- Hampton 11.5¢
- Greene 11.5¢
- Manly 18.3¢
- Garner 18.3¢
- Belmond 18.3¢
- Allison 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50469
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rockwell?
Most homes in Rockwell 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 Rockwell: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rockwell?
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 Rockwell, IA?
2 utilities serve Rockwell's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rockwell?
In 2025, customers in Cerro Gordo County averaged 2 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 7,467 customers (25.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.