Residential electricity prices in Oelwein, IA in May 2026 averaged approximately 14.14 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 23% less than the national average rate of 18.44 ¢/kWh (May 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Oelwein differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from April 2025 to April 2026 - residential electricity prices in Oelwein increased approximately 4%, from 13.34 ¢/kWh to 13.86 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Oelwein in May 2026 averaged 15.72 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 21% less than the national average rate of 19.83 $/Mcf (May 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Oelwein natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Oelwein natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Oelwein (Iowa) increased approximately 2%, from 13.65 $/Mcf (April 2025) to 13.91 $/Mcf (April 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Oelwein solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Oelwein levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The city of Oelwein, IA in Fayette County has an approximate population of 6,415. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Oelwein, IA, or for other information related to utilities in Oelwein, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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