Electricity rates in Spencer, IA
Spencer (11,212 people, Clay County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Interstate Power and Light Co. pay about 18.29¢/kWh, 29% more than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Spencer
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
Power outages in Clay County right now
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Outage history in Clay County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 23 | 30 |
| Days with outages | 4 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 334 (2.4%) | 766 (5.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-21 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (23 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Milford 18.3¢
- Arnolds Park 18.3¢
- Hartley 18.3¢
- Spirit Lake 18.3¢
- Emmetsburg 11.5¢
- Lake Park 18.3¢
- Estherville 18.3¢
- Laurens 18.3¢
- Sanborn 11.5¢
- Paullina 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 51301
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Spencer?
Most homes in Spencer get power from Interstate Power and Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Spencer: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Spencer?
About $135 a month, based on 739 kWh a month (the average for Interstate Power and Light Co. customers) at 18.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Spencer, IA?
2 utilities serve Spencer's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Spencer?
In 2025, customers in Clay County averaged 30 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 766 customers (5.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.