Utility rates in Cedar Falls vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Cedar Falls
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Cedar Falls heats its homes
60% natural gas · 33% electricity · 7% other fuels
Electric rates in Cedar Falls
Residential rates range from 10.0¢ to 17.9¢ per kWh.
Providers include Cedar Falls Utilities, East-Central Iowa Rural Elec Coop, Interstate Power and Light Co, MidAmerican Energy Co.
This is 21% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 11 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Internet 12 providers
ZIP codes in Cedar Falls, IA
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.