Electricity rates in Cambridge, IL
Cambridge (2,113 people, Henry 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 Cambridge
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 9.62¢ | $72 | 73K | 304 |
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation | Electric cooperative | 16.56¢ | $157 | 35K | 1,365 |
Power outages in Henry County right now
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Outage history in Henry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 423 | 157 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,922 (14.5%) | 2,973 (7.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-12-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (423 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Geneseo 19.2¢
- Orion 9.6¢
- Galva 17.3¢
- Kewanee 17.3¢
- Green Rock 9.6¢
- Colona 9.6¢
- Coal Valley 9.6¢
- Carbon Cliff 9.6¢
- Silvis 9.6¢
- East Moline 9.6¢
ZIP codes: 61238
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cambridge?
Most homes in Cambridge 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 Cambridge: MidAmerican Energy Co. (9.62¢), Corn Belt Energy Corporation (16.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cambridge?
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 Cambridge, IL?
3 utilities serve Cambridge's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, MidAmerican Energy Co., Corn Belt Energy Corporation. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cambridge?
In 2025, customers in Henry County averaged 2 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-14, when 2,973 customers (7.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.