Electricity rates in West Branch, IA
West Branch (2,337 people, Cedar County) is served by 4 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 West Branch
| 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 |
| Corridor Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 14.60¢ | $129 | 31K | 135 |
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.26¢ | $183 | 20K | 92 |
Power outages in Cedar County right now
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Outage history in Cedar County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 301 | 142 |
| Days with outages | 27 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,146 (46.1%) | 1,855 (20.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-09-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (301 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Liberty 18.3¢
- Iowa City 11.5¢
- University Heights 11.5¢
- Coralville 11.5¢
- Solon 11.5¢
- Tipton 18.3¢
- Lone Tree 18.3¢
- North Liberty 11.5¢
- Tiffin 11.5¢
- Mechanicsville 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 52358
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Branch?
Most homes in West Branch 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 West Branch: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢), Corridor Energy Cooperative (14.60¢), Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op (15.26¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Branch?
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 West Branch, IA?
4 utilities serve West Branch's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co., Corridor Energy Cooperative, Eastern Iowa Light & Power Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Branch?
In 2025, customers in Cedar County averaged 2 hr 22 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-08, when 1,855 customers (20.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.