Electricity rates in Atwood, IL
Atwood (1,191 people, Douglas County) is served by 3 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 Atwood
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.77¢ | $242 | 11K | 223 |
| Coles-Moultrie Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.69¢ | $219 | 8,505 | — |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 98 | 235 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,267 (15.2%) | 3,557 (42.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-31 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (98 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Arthur 17.3¢
- Tuscola 17.3¢
- Bement 17.3¢
- Lovington 17.3¢
- Arcola 17.3¢
- Cerro Gordo 17.3¢
- Sullivan 17.3¢
- Villa Grove 17.3¢
- Tolono 17.3¢
- Monticello 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 61913
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Atwood?
Most homes in Atwood 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 Atwood: Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op (18.77¢), Coles-Moultrie Electric Co-op (18.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Atwood?
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 Atwood, IL?
3 utilities serve Atwood's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op, Coles-Moultrie Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Atwood?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 3 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 3,557 customers (42.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.