Electricity rates in Waukon, IA
Waukon (3,736 people, Allamakee 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 Waukon
| 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 Allamakee County right now
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Outage history in Allamakee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 313 | 125 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,470 (21.8%) | 930 (13.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-29 | 2025-04-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (313 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Postville 18.3¢
- Monona 18.3¢
- Decorah 18.3¢
- West Union 18.3¢
- Elkader 18.3¢
- Cresco 18.3¢
- Fayette 18.3¢
- Guttenberg 18.3¢
- Strawberry Point 18.3¢
- Sumner 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52172
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waukon?
Most homes in Waukon 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 Waukon?
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 Waukon, IA?
Interstate Power and Light Co. serves Waukon.
How often does the power go out in Waukon?
In 2025, customers in Allamakee County averaged 2 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-12, when 930 customers (13.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.