What is the average electricity rate in Calamus, Iowa?

The average residential electricity rate in Calamus is approximately 14.71¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $102 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Calamus?

Natural gas customers in Calamus pay an average of $85 per month. The rate is approximately $0.95/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Calamus, Iowa?

Electricity in Calamus is distributed by MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) and Alliant Energy (Interstate Power and Light). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Calamus?

Calamus natural gas service is provided by MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy (IES Utilities). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Calamus electricity rates compare to Iowa averages?

Calamus's electricity rate of 14.71¢/kWh is above the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Calamus?

To start electric service in Calamus, contact MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) and Alliant Energy (Interstate Power and Light). For gas service, contact MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy (IES Utilities). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Calamus, Iowa Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Calamus, Iowa

Calamus, Iowa is served by MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) for electricity and MidAmerican Energy for natural gas. Rates in Calamus are comparable to the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh/kWh, Calamus's electricity rate of 14.71¢/kWh is 0.57¢ above the Iowa average. As Iowa has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Calamus

MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway)
Alliant Energy (Interstate Power and Light)
Corn Belt Power Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Calamus

MidAmerican Energy
Alliant Energy (IES Utilities)

Calamus vs Iowa Energy Rates

Metric	Calamus	Iowa Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.71¢	14.14¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.95	$0.97	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$102	$98	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$85	$87	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Calamus Residents

As a Iowa city, Calamus residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Iowa LIHEAP
✅ Iowa Energy Assistance Program
✅ Iowa Weatherization Assistance
✅ MidAmerican Energy Efficiency Rebates

Energy-Saving Tips for Calamus Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Calamus, Iowa

The average residential electricity rate in Calamus is approximately 14.71¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $102 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Calamus pay an average of $85 per month. The rate is approximately $0.95/therm per therm.
Electricity in Calamus is distributed by MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) and Alliant Energy (Interstate Power and Light). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Calamus natural gas service is provided by MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy (IES Utilities). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Calamus's electricity rate of 14.71¢/kWh is above the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Calamus, contact MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) and Alliant Energy (Interstate Power and Light). For gas service, contact MidAmerican Energy and Alliant Energy (IES Utilities). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.