Electricity rates in Story City, IA
Story City (3,438 people, Story 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 Story City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Midland Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.07¢ | $208 | 12K | 488 |
Power outages in Story County right now
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Outage history in Story County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 96 | 65 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,278 (8.3%) | 2,318 (3.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-02 | 2025-01-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (96 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roland 18.3¢
- Gilbert 18.3¢
- Jewell 11.5¢
- Ames 12.5¢
- Nevada 18.3¢
- Boone 18.3¢
- Centerville 18.3¢
- Huxley 11.5¢
- Slater 11.5¢
- Webster City 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50248
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Story City?
Most homes in Story City 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 Story City: Midland Power Co-op (14.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Story City?
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 Story City, IA?
2 utilities serve Story City's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Midland Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Story City?
In 2025, customers in Story County averaged 65 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-30, when 2,318 customers (3.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.