Electricity rates in Van Meter, IA
Van Meter (1,142 people, Dallas County) is served by MidAmerican Energy Co.. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Van Meter
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
Power outages in Dallas County right now
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Outage history in Dallas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 73 | 143 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,710 (8.1%) | 6,037 (10.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-17 | 2025-09-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (73 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- De Soto 11.5¢
- Waukee 11.5¢
- Adel 11.5¢
- Earlham 11.5¢
- Dallas Center 11.5¢
- Clive 11.5¢
- West Des Moines 11.5¢
- Windsor Heights 11.5¢
- Grimes 11.5¢
- Urbandale 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50261
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Van Meter?
Most homes in Van Meter 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Van Meter?
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 Van Meter, IA?
MidAmerican Energy Co. serves Van Meter.
How often does the power go out in Van Meter?
In 2025, customers in Dallas County averaged 2 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-23, when 6,037 customers (10.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.