This area is served by 3 utility providers across 3 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 17.9¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 52557 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 52557?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. and gas (Black Hills Energy, (888) 890-5554) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 52557 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Fairfield, IA averages 17.9¢/kWh, about 9% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 34% above the Iowa state average of 13.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Iowa averages $10.33/Mcf, about 29% below the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 52557?
Electricity in Fairfield, IA costs about 9% more than the national average. Compared to Iowa overall, rates here are about 34% higher. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.