Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Iowa | Nebraska | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 13.55¢ | 12.52¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 10.26¢ | 8.28¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.40¢ | 7.35¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $112.77 | $119.74 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 832 | 956 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Nebraska has a lower residential electricity rate at 12.52¢/kWh compared to Iowa's 13.55¢/kWh — a difference of 1.03¢/kWh (8.2%).
The average monthly electric bill in Iowa is $112.77 (832 kWh/month), while in Nebraska it is $119.74 (956 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
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