Average Electric Bill in Des Moines, IA
What a typical household in Des Moines pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Des Moines pays about $87.16/month for electricity at roughly 11.01¢/kWh. Basis: MidAmerican Energy Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Iowa over 12 months — the rate environment Des Moines households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | MidAmerican Energy Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | MidAmerican Energy Co · 632,436 residential customers |
| State context | Iowa: $136.46/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 213,769 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Des Moines?
Expect roughly $87.16 per month for a typical household in Des Moines — based on MidAmerican Energy Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Des Moines?
About 11.01¢ per kWh (MidAmerican Energy Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Des Moines pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Des Moines higher or lower than the Iowa average?
MidAmerican Energy Co averages $87.16 — below the state average of $136.46.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (MidAmerican Energy Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Iowa) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.