Johnson County, Iowa Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Johnson County, Iowa Electricity Overview

Renewable electricity fuel types account for 18.46%, or 5,145.36 megawatt hours, of Johnson County's total energy generation.

Linn County REC is the largest provider in Johnson County when calculated by megawatt hours sold.

Johnson County is the 855th highest county in the nation for non-renewable generation per capita, with an average of 0.15 megawatt hours per resident produced from non-renewable fuel types.

Johnson County has the 58th highest electricity production in the state out of 99 counties, producing 27,873.15 megawatt hours.

Johnson County produces 16,854.39 megawatt hours from natural gas, which is enough to rank them 13th in the state out of 99 counties for natural gas production.

Johnson County has seen a 31.49% rise in the use of renewable fuel sources for electricity production during the previous 12 months.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,591,234 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    16.95 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    27,873 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    5,145 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    22,728 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.18 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    781,484,198 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    5,112.62 kg

Iowa City, IA Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 12.45 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Iowa City, which is 4.08% lower than the average state price of 12.98 cents and 13.93% below the national average of 14.46 cents. Production using coal created 5,509.41 megawatt hours of electricity in the city. With annual production of 24,289.15 megawatt hours, Iowa City is the 14th largest producer of electricity in the state.

In Iowa City, Natural Gas makes up 56.13% of the fuel sources utilized in electricity production. Coal and Other Biomass Solids are also primary fuel sources in the city, with 22.68% and 11.01% of total electricity generation coming from each type, respectively. On average, the city citizens emit 5,097.36 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 52nd highest polluting city out of 1028 cities in Iowa based on emissions per capita. A total of 381,425,624.68 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 January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.131/kWh$0.123/kWh$150.85/mo.$143.19/mo.
124th12.45¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Iowa City
659th$143.19Average residential monthly electricity bill for Iowa City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Iowa City, Iowa

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Eastern Iowa Light & PowerBUNDLED12.45143.19298,37937,136,400

Zips with electric coverage in Iowa City, Iowa include: 52240, 52245, 52246, 52241, 52242

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Coralville, IA Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 11.93 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of Coralville, which is 8.03% lower than the average state price of 12.98 cents and 17.48% below the national average of 14.46 cents. The city generates over 0 megawatt hours from its power generating plants, which is the 25th largest total generation for any city in Iowa. The city's facilities use non-renewable fuels for 100.00% of their total electricity production, which is 3,220 megawatt hours.

Coralville has 2 electricity generation plants, which is the 7th most out of any city in Iowa. Emissions in the city average 5,248.86 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use, making them the 20th worst polluting city out of 1028 cities in the state based on emissions per capita. This comes to a total emissions amount of 117,144,159.75 kilograms of CO2 emissions. In Coralville, Natural Gas is 100.00% of the fuel used for electricity production.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Coralville

Coralville residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.220/kWh$0.129/kWh$222.09/mo.$86.68/mo.
87th11.93¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Coralville
95th$110.75Average residential monthly electricity bill for Coralville Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Coralville, Iowa

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alliant EnergyBUNDLED17.52134.283,771,926660,870,261
Linn County RECBUNDLED11.81110.25302,63735,756,000

Zips with electric coverage in Coralville, Iowa include: 52240, 52246, 52241, 52317, 52340

North Liberty, IA Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 13.25 cents per kilowatt hour for residents of North Liberty, which is 2.08% higher than the average state price of 12.98 cents and 8.40% below the national average of 14.46 cents. With an estimated 399 residential customers, Linn County REC is the largest electricity provider in the city. Customers in the city experience 0.72 power outages per year, with outages lasting an average of 81.55 minutes. The national averages for these data points are 1.21 outages at 122.99 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 103,965,057.88 kilograms, which is 26th highest amount in the state out of 1028 cities. Averaging 5,076.67 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 442nd 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 January and the highest average bill is in June.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.220/kWh$0.129/kWh$222.09/mo.$86.68/mo.
163rd13.25¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of North Liberty
105th$116.28Average residential monthly electricity bill for North Liberty Residents

Electric Companies With Service in North Liberty, Iowa

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alliant EnergyBUNDLED17.52134.283,771,926660,870,261
Linn County RECBUNDLED11.81110.25302,63735,756,000

Electricity Production in Johnson County, Iowa

Power Plants in Johnson County, Iowa

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
University of Iowa Main Power PlantUniversity of Iowa (100.00%)
Iowa City IA Natural Gas 24,289.158,822,604.62363.23
Coralville IA Natural Gas 3,2203,548,281.381,101.95
Farmers Electric Cooperative - KalonaFarmers Electric Coop Kalona, Iowa (100.00%)
Frytown CDP IA Distillate Fuel Oil 364212,470.04583.71
Oakdale Renewable Energy PlantUniversity of Iowa (100.00%)
Coralville IA Natural Gas 1,259,113.8

Johnson County, Iowa Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

In Johnson County, Natural Gas makes up 60.47% of the fuel sources utilized in electricity production. Coal and Other Biomass Solids are also primary fuel sources in the county, with 19.77% and 9.59% of total electricity generation coming from each type, respectively. On average, the county's citizens emit 5,112.62 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 1355th highest polluting county in the US based on emissions per capita. A total of 781,484,198.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted from the county per year. There are 4 power plants in Johnson County, which is the 15th highest number of plants in a county in Iowa.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
60.47%
COAL
Coal
Coal
19.77%
OTHER BIOMASS SOLIDS
Other Biomass Solids
9.59%
WOOD/WOOD WASTE SOLIDS
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
8.87%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
1.31%

Johnson County, Iowa Net Metering

Out of the 4 providers in Johnson County, 3 of them have made it a point to offer net metering to their consumers. At the state level, Iowa has commendable net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

There are 3 electricity providers in Johnson County that report energy loss. Together, these 3 electricity providers average a yearly energy loss of 1.93% of electricity generated. The United States average energy loss is 2.76%. This earned Johnson County a rank of 132nd best in the United States out of 3221 counties.

Providers In Each City in Johnson County:

  • Coralville, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 2.07%
    • Linn County REC: 97.93%
  • Hills, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 100.00%
  • Iowa City, Iowa:
    • Eastern Iowa Light & Power: 100.00%
  • Lone Tree, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 94.77%
    • Eastern Iowa Light & Power: 5.23%
  • North Liberty, Iowa:
    • Linn County REC: 74.92%
    • Alliant Energy: 25.08%
  • Oxford, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 41.10%
    • Linn County REC: 58.90%
  • Shueyville, Iowa:
    • Linn County REC: 100.00%
  • Solon, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 85.68%
    • Linn County REC: 14.32%
  • Swisher, Iowa:
    • Alliant Energy: 100.00%
  • Tiffin, Iowa:
    • Linn County REC: 50.00%
    • Alliant Energy: 50.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Johnson County, Iowa?

By total megawatt hours sold, Linn County REC is the largest electricity supplier in Johnson County, Iowa.

Which electricity companies offer service in Johnson County, Iowa?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Linn County REC11,314
2Alliant Energy3,618
3Eastern Iowa Light & Power1,310
4Farmers Electric Coop Kalona, Iowa419

How many electric companies offer service in Johnson County, Iowa?

Johnson County, Iowa is home to 4 electricity suppliers operating in the area.

How many power plants are within Johnson County, Iowa?

Johnson County, Iowa has 4 power plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2022-10-18