Electricity rates in Benton, IL
Benton (7,041 people, Franklin 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 Benton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Southeastern IL Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $192 | 23K | 2,214 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 255 | 605 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,280 (48.2%) | 8,033 (41.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-01 | 2025-10-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (255 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Frankfort 17.3¢
- Christopher 17.3¢
- Sesser 17.3¢
- Zeigler 17.3¢
- Ina 17.3¢
- Johnston City 17.3¢
- Royalton 17.3¢
- Herrin 17.3¢
- Energy 17.3¢
- Du Quoin 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62812
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Benton?
Most homes in Benton 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 Benton: Southeastern IL Electric Co-op (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Benton?
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 Benton, IL?
2 utilities serve Benton's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Southeastern IL Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Benton?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 10 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-08, when 8,033 customers (41.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.