Johnson County, Iowa Electricity Rates & Statistics
Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics
- The average electricity bill in Johnson County, IA is $137.12
- The average electricity rate in Johnson County, IA is 14.54¢
Electric Bills and Electric Rates in Johnson County, IA
The average residential electric bill in Johnson County, IA is $137.12 per month. Johnson County, IA is the 19th most expensive county in Iowa for electricity.
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Johnson County, Iowa Electricity Overview
At an average residential price of 14.54 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the national average 16.73 cents per kilowatt hour, residents of Johnson County benefit from a 13.14% discount from the US average.
While many counties attempt to decrease non-renewable fuel sources, Johnson County's use of non-renewable fuel types for electricity generation has increased by 100.00% over the course of the past year.
The county is ranked as the 49th highest producer of electricity in Iowa out of 99 counties for electricity generation, producing 3,771.1 megawatt hours.
Non-renewable fuel sources are used in the production of 62.49% of the megawatt hours produced in Johnson County, ranking it 14th out of 99 counties in the state for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable fuels.
Johnson County had a 100.00% rise over the last year in the use of renewable fuels for electricity production.
Johnson County has a population of 156,420 citizens.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
2,743,339 MWh
Consumption per Capita
17.54 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
3,771 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
1,415 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
2,357 MWh
Production per Capita
0.02 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
760,595,635 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,862.52 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Iowa City
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Iowa City Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for November, 2024
10.61¢ per kWh
- 0.68% lower than last month
- 5.61% higher than November last year
- 20.08% lower than the Iowa average
- 37.7% lower than the US average
- 261st in the state out of 1,027 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 5 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 1 since November last year
- 1,285th in the US out of 31,800 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 389 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 207 since November last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
11.01¢ per kWh
- 0.43% higher than last month
- 0.72% higher than November last year
- 18.12% lower than the Iowa average
- 33.23% lower than the US average
- 268th in the state out of 1,027 cities
- The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 6 since November last year
- 1,395th in the US out of 31,800 cities
- The national rank has increased by 7 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 878 since November last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for November, 2024
$64.46 per month
- 3.62% lower than last month
- 7.49% higher than November last year
- 30.25% lower than the Iowa average
- 45.48% lower than the US average
- 233rd in the state out of 1,027 cities
- The state rank has increased by 7 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 1 since November last year
- 416th in the US out of 31,800 cities
- The national rank has increased by 189 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 26 since November last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$88.53 per month
- 0.42% higher than last month
- 3.08% lower than November last year
- 20.55% lower than the Iowa average
- 37.76% lower than the US average
- 251st in the state out of 1,027 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 8 since November last year
- 990th in the US out of 31,800 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 10 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 684 since November last year
Iowa City, IA Electricity Overview

The residential electricity rate is 11.01 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Iowa City, which is 18.48% lower than the average state price of 13.51 cents and 34.19% below the national average of 16.73 cents. The city is ranked 21st in the state in total electricity produced from power generating plants within its borders, with 3,771.1 megawatt hours generated. The nationwide average monthly residential power bill is $147.16, while the Iowa City average is 39.84% below at $88.53 per month.
In Iowa City, Natural Gas makes up 51.66% of the fuel sources utilized in electricity production. Other Biomass Solids and Wood/Wood Waste Solids are also primary fuel sources in the city, with 19.15% and 18.36% of total electricity generation coming from each type, respectively. On average, the city citizens emit 4,969.12 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 6th highest polluting city out of 1028 cities in Iowa based on emissions per capita. A total of 373,832,005.64 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted from the city. Iowa City has one power generation plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Iowa City
Iowa City residential electric rates are highest in August and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Iowa City, Iowa
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Iowa Light & Power | BUNDLED | 14.60 | 164.16 | 293,480.1 | 42,852,617.65 | |
| MidAmerican Energy | BUNDLED | 10.97 | 89.12 | 5,922 | 6,190,167.65 | 678,988,835 |
Zips with electric coverage in Iowa City, Iowa include: 52240, 52246, 52241, 52245, 52242
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Coralville, IA Electricity Overview

The residential electricity rate is 13.90 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Coralville, which is 2.87% higher than the average state price of 13.51 cents and 16.96% below the national average of 16.73 cents. With an estimated 416 residential customers, MidAmerican Energy is the largest electricity provider in the city. Customers in the city experience 1.13 power outages per year, with outages lasting an average of 101.34 minutes. The national averages for these data points are 1.44 outages at 123.49 minutes each.
Electricity consumption in Coralville results in the release of 105,349,378.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 24th largest emissions amount in the state out of 1028 cities. This total equates to 4,739.92 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, so the city ranks 229th highest in Iowa for pollution per capita. The city is home to one power plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Coralville
Coralville residential electric rates are highest in May and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Coralville, Iowa
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linn County REC | BUNDLED | 15.20 | 129.16 | 314,167.13 | 47,745,897.94 | |
| MidAmerican Energy | BUNDLED | 10.97 | 89.12 | 1,028 | 6,190,167.65 | 678,988,835 |
Zips with electric coverage in Coralville, Iowa include: 52240, 52246, 52241, 52317, 52340
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North Liberty, IA Electricity Overview

The residential electricity rate is 15.37 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of North Liberty, which is 13.76% higher than the average state price of 13.51 cents and 8.17% below the national average of 16.73 cents. With an estimated 306 residential customers, Linn County REC is the largest electricity provider in the city. Customers in the city experience 1.13 power outages per year, with outages lasting an average of 101.34 minutes. The national averages for these data points are 1.44 outages at 123.49 minutes each.
The inhabitants of North Liberty have to get their power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating facilities within the city. The city's electricity consumption results in CO2 emissions totaling 94,684,567.24 kilograms, which is 25th highest amount in the state out of 1028 cities. Averaging 4,739.92 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 946th highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in North Liberty
North Liberty residential electric rates are highest in June and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in North Liberty, Iowa
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alliant Energy | BUNDLED | 17.67 | 128.06 | 3,621,949.84 | 639,900,221 | |
| Linn County REC | BUNDLED | 15.20 | 129.16 | 314,167.13 | 47,745,897.94 | |
| MidAmerican Energy | BUNDLED | 10.97 | 89.12 | 6,190,167.65 | 678,988,835 |
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Johnson County, Iowa Production, Consumption, and Emissions by Fuel Types
Power Plants in Johnson County, Iowa
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Production State Rank | Emission (kg) | Emission State Rank | Emissions per MWh | Emissions per MWh State Rank | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University of Iowa Main Power PlantUniversity of Iowa (100.00%) | Iowa City | IA | Natural Gas | 3,771.1 | 8 | 18,262,546.36 | 5 | 4,842.77 | 2 | ||
Oakdale Renewable Energy PlantUniversity of Iowa (100.00%) | Coralville | IA | Natural Gas | 10 | 1,934,567.6 | 10 | 10 |
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Johnson County, Iowa?
By total megawatt hours sold, MidAmerican Energy is the largest electricity supplier in Johnson County, Iowa.
Which electricity companies offer service in Johnson County, Iowa?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Linn County REC | 12,916 |
| 2 | MidAmerican Energy | 11,923 |
| 3 | Alliant Energy | 3,818 |
| 4 | Eastern Iowa Light & Power | 1,435 |
| 5 | Farmers Electric Coop Kalona, Iowa | 440 |
How many electric companies offer service in Johnson County, Iowa?
Johnson County, Iowa is home to 5 electricity suppliers operating in the area.
How many power plants are within Johnson County, Iowa?
Johnson County, Iowa has 2 power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.