Average Electric Bill in Iowa City, IA
What a typical household in Iowa City pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Iowa City pays about $127.80/month for electricity at roughly 17.9¢/kWh. Basis: Interstate Power and Light Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Iowa over 12 months — the rate environment Iowa City households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Interstate Power and Light Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Interstate Power and Light Co · 417,153 residential customers |
| State context | Iowa: $136.46/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 74,914 (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 Iowa City?
Expect roughly $127.80 per month for a typical household in Iowa City — based on Interstate Power and Light Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Iowa City?
About 17.9¢ per kWh (Interstate Power and Light Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Iowa City pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Iowa City higher or lower than the Iowa average?
Interstate Power and Light Co averages $127.80 — below the state average of $136.46.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Interstate Power and Light Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Iowa) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.