What is the average electricity rate in Fort Madison, Iowa?

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Madison is approximately 14.56¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fort Madison?

Natural gas customers in Fort Madison pay an average of $91 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fort Madison, Iowa?

Electricity in Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison?

Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison electricity rates compare to Iowa averages?

Fort Madison's electricity rate of 14.56¢/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 Fort Madison?

To start electric service in Fort Madison, 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.

Fort Madison, Iowa Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Fort Madison, Iowa

Fort Madison residents in Iowa receive electric service through MidAmerican Energy (Berkshire Hathaway) and natural gas distribution from MidAmerican Energy. Iowa's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Fort Madison households.

Compared to the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh/kWh, Fort Madison's electricity rate of 14.56¢/kWh is 0.42¢ above the Iowa average. As Iowa has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Fort Madison

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

Natural Gas Utility in Fort Madison

MidAmerican Energy
Alliant Energy (IES Utilities)

Fort Madison vs Iowa Energy Rates

Metric	Fort Madison	Iowa Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.56¢	14.14¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$0.97	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$101	$98	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$91	$87	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fort Madison Residents

As a Iowa city, Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison 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 Fort Madison, Iowa

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Madison is approximately 14.56¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fort Madison pay an average of $91 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fort Madison 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.
Fort Madison 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.
Fort Madison's electricity rate of 14.56¢/kWh is above the Iowa state average of 14.14¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Fort Madison, 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.