Electricity rates in Sumner, IA
Sumner (2,009 people, Bremer 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 Sumner
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Butler County Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.93¢ | $215 | 3,903 | 97 |
Power outages in Bremer County right now
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Outage history in Bremer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 68 | 79 |
| Days with outages | 19 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 949 (5.9%) | 2,333 (14.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-20 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (68 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tripoli 11.5¢
- Fairbank 11.5¢
- Fayette 18.3¢
- Oelwein 18.3¢
- West Union 18.3¢
- Denver 11.5¢
- New Hampton 18.3¢
- Waverly 11.5¢
- Nashua 11.5¢
- Jesup 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50674
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sumner?
Most homes in Sumner 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 Sumner: Butler County Rural Electric Co-op (14.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sumner?
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 Sumner, IA?
2 utilities serve Sumner's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Butler County Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sumner?
In 2025, customers in Bremer County averaged 79 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 2,333 customers (14.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.