Electricity rates in Sioux City, IA
Sioux City (82,821 people, Woodbury 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 City
| 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 Woodbury County right now
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Outage history in Woodbury County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 326 | 292 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,310 (28.5%) | 3,399 (13.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (326 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 51101, 51102, 51103, 51104, 51105, 51106, 51108, 51109, 51111
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sioux City?
Most homes in Sioux City 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 City: North West Rural Electric Co-op (9.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sioux City?
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 City, IA?
2 utilities serve Sioux City'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 City?
In 2025, customers in Woodbury County averaged 4 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 3,399 customers (13.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.