Utility rates in Winthrop vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Winthrop
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 Winthrop heats its homes
52% natural gas · 20% electricity · 28% other fuels
Electric rates in Winthrop
Residential rates range from 13.0¢ to 17.9¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Independence - (IA), East-Central Iowa Rural Elec Coop, Interstate Power and Light Co, Maquoketa Valley Rrl Elec Coop, MidAmerican Energy Co.
This is 11% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Winthrop
Winthrop has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Water 10 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 5 providers
ZIP codes in Winthrop, 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.