What is the average electricity rate in Dubuque, Iowa?

The average residential electricity rate in Dubuque is approximately 17.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Dubuque?

Natural gas customers in Dubuque pay an average of $87 per month. The rate is approximately $0.97/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Dubuque, Iowa?

Electricity in Dubuque is distributed by Interstate Power and Light Co and Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Dubuque?

Dubuque 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 Dubuque electricity rates compare to Iowa averages?

Dubuque's electricity rate of 17.69¢/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 Dubuque?

To start electric service in Dubuque, contact Interstate Power and Light Co and Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Dubuque, Iowa

Dubuque is served by Interstate Power and Light Co and Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop. Utilities covering Dubuque County report an average residential electricity rate of 17.69¢/kWh — above the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $129. Natural gas in Dubuque is distributed by MidAmerican Energy.

Compared to the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh/kWh, Dubuque's electricity rate of 17.69¢/kWh is 3.55¢ above the Iowa average. As Iowa has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Dubuque

Interstate Power and Light Co
Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop

Natural Gas Utility in Dubuque

MidAmerican Energy
Alliant Energy (IES Utilities)

Dubuque vs Iowa Energy Rates

Metric	Dubuque	Iowa Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.69¢	14.14¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.97	$0.97	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$129	$98	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$87	$87	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Dubuque Residents

As a Iowa city, Dubuque 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 Dubuque 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 Dubuque, Iowa

The average residential electricity rate in Dubuque is approximately 17.69¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Dubuque pay an average of $87 per month. The rate is approximately $0.97/therm per therm.
Electricity in Dubuque is distributed by Interstate Power and Light Co and Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Dubuque 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.
Dubuque's electricity rate of 17.69¢/kWh is above the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Dubuque, contact Interstate Power and Light Co and Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop. 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.