Electricity rates in Athens, IL
Athens (1,938 people, Menard County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Ameren Illinois Company pay about 17.28¢/kWh, 8% less than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Menard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.65¢ | $211 | 9,036 | 186 |
Power outages in Menard County right now
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Outage history in Menard County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 66 | 131 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,731 (41.5%) | 1,167 (28%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-17 | 2025-02-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (66 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Petersburg 17.3¢
- Sherman 17.3¢
- Williamsville 17.3¢
- Grandview 13.9¢
- Springfield 13.9¢
- Riverton 17.3¢
- Leland Grove 17.3¢
- Jerome 17.3¢
- Southern View 17.3¢
- Ashland 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62613
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens get power from Ameren Illinois Company, where residential customers pay an average of 17.28¢/kWh including all charges. The Illinois average is 18.79¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Athens: Menard Electric Co-op (20.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
About $153 a month, based on 888 kWh a month (the average for Ameren Illinois Company customers) at 17.28¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Athens, IL?
2 utilities serve Athens's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Menard Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Menard County averaged 2 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-10, when 1,167 customers (28%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.