Electricity rates in Central City, IL
Central City (1,359 people, Grundy County) is served by Commonwealth Edison Co.. Homes on Commonwealth Edison Co. pay about 19.23¢/kWh, 2% more than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving Central City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in Grundy County right now
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Outage history in Grundy County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 283 | 65 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,748 (17.8%) | 1,309 (3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-08-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (283 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Coal City 19.2¢
- Diamond 19.2¢
- Gardner 19.2¢
- Braidwood 19.2¢
- Lakewood Shores 19.2¢
- Wilmington 19.2¢
- Morris 19.2¢
- Dwight 19.2¢
- Channahon 19.2¢
- Elwood 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60407, 60416, 60474
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Central City?
Most homes in Central City get power from Commonwealth Edison Co., where residential customers pay an average of 19.23¢/kWh including all charges. The Illinois average is 18.79¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Central City?
About $117 a month, based on 606 kWh a month (the average for Commonwealth Edison Co. customers) at 19.23¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Central City, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Central City.
How often does the power go out in Central City?
In 2025, customers in Grundy County averaged 65 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-17, when 1,309 customers (3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.