Electricity rates in Wapello, IA
Wapello (2,041 people, Louisa County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Wapello
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
Power outages in Louisa County right now
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Outage history in Louisa County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 193 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 918 (20.2%) | 1,390 (30.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-12-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (193 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Columbus Junction 18.3¢
- Mediapolis 18.3¢
- Winfield 18.3¢
- Muscatine 11.5¢
- New London 18.3¢
- Mount Pleasant 18.3¢
- Lone Tree 18.3¢
- West Burlington 18.3¢
- Burlington 18.3¢
- West Liberty 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52653
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wapello?
Most homes in Wapello 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Wapello: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢), Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wapello?
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 Wapello, IA?
3 utilities serve Wapello's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co., Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wapello?
In 2025, customers in Louisa County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-16, when 1,390 customers (30.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.