Electricity rates in Shell Rock, IA
Shell Rock (1,323 people, Butler 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 Shell Rock
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Butler County Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.93¢ | $215 | 3,903 | 97 |
Power outages in Butler County right now
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Outage history in Butler County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 512 | 845 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,026 (63.2%) | 3,840 (80.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (512 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Waverly 11.5¢
- Clarksville 11.5¢
- Allison 11.5¢
- Denver 11.5¢
- Parkersburg 11.5¢
- Cedar Falls 11.9¢
- Nashua 11.5¢
- Greene 11.5¢
- Dike 11.5¢
- Aplington 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50670
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shell Rock?
Most homes in Shell Rock 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 Shell Rock: Butler County Rural Electric Co-op (14.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shell Rock?
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 Shell Rock, IA?
2 utilities serve Shell Rock's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Butler County Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shell Rock?
In 2025, customers in Butler County averaged 14 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 3,840 customers (80.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.