Electricity rates in Sioux Center, IA
Sioux Center (7,461 people, Sioux 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 Sioux Center
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| North West Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.70¢ | $223 | 9,461 | 188 |
Power outages in Sioux County right now
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Outage history in Sioux County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 190 | 223 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,265 (19.2%) | 4,060 (23.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-11 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (190 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Orange City 11.5¢
- Hull 11.5¢
- Alton 11.5¢
- Rock Valley 11.5¢
- Hawarden 11.5¢
- Sheldon 11.5¢
- Le Mars 11.5¢
- George 11.5¢
- Remsen 11.5¢
- Rock Rapids 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 51250
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sioux Center?
Most homes in Sioux Center 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 Sioux Center: North West Rural Electric Co-op (9.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sioux Center?
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 Sioux Center, IA?
2 utilities serve Sioux Center's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., North West Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sioux Center?
In 2025, customers in Sioux County averaged 3 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 4,060 customers (23.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.