Electricity rates in Tama, IA
Tama (2,819 people, Tama County) is served by Interstate Power and Light Co.. 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 Tama
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Tama County right now
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Outage history in Tama County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 419 | 202 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,503 (55.1%) | 1,403 (17.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-23 | 2025-09-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (419 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Toledo 18.3¢
- Belle Plaine 18.3¢
- Traer 11.5¢
- Grinnell 11.5¢
- Brooklyn 11.5¢
- Marshalltown 18.3¢
- Dysart 18.3¢
- Conrad 18.3¢
- Reinbeck 11.5¢
- Montezuma 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 52339
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tama?
Most homes in Tama 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Tama?
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 Tama, IA?
Interstate Power and Light Co. serves Tama.
How often does the power go out in Tama?
In 2025, customers in Tama County averaged 3 hr 22 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-23, when 1,403 customers (17.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.