Electricity rates in Christopher, IL
Christopher (2,779 people, Franklin County) is served by Ameren Illinois Company. Homes on Ameren Illinois Company pay about 17.28¢/kWh, 8% less than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving Christopher
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
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
- Zeigler 17.3¢
- Royalton 17.3¢
- Benton 17.3¢
- Sesser 17.3¢
- West Frankfort 17.3¢
- Du Quoin 17.3¢
- Herrin 17.3¢
- Johnston City 17.3¢
- Cambria 17.3¢
- Energy 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62822
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Christopher?
Most homes in Christopher 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Christopher?
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 Christopher, IL?
Ameren Illinois Company serves Christopher.
How often does the power go out in Christopher?
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.