Electricity rates in Cobden, IL
Cobden (1,139 people, Union 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 Cobden
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Egyptian Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 17.21¢ | $208 | 14K | 773 |
Power outages in Union County right now
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Outage history in Union County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 266 | 600 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,017 (29.4%) | 4,735 (46.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-30 | 2025-03-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (266 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Anna 17.3¢
- Jonesboro 17.3¢
- Carbondale 17.3¢
- Goreville 17.3¢
- Murphysboro 17.3¢
- Crainville 17.3¢
- Carterville 17.3¢
- Cambria 17.3¢
- De Soto 17.3¢
- Energy 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62920
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cobden?
Most homes in Cobden 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 Cobden: Egyptian Electric Co-op Association (17.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cobden?
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 Cobden, IL?
2 utilities serve Cobden's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Egyptian Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cobden?
In 2025, customers in Union County averaged 9 hr 60 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-13, when 4,735 customers (46.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.