Electricity rates in Cortland, IL
Cortland (4,325 people, DeKalb 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 Cortland
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in DeKalb County right now
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Outage history in DeKalb County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 90 | 34 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,832 (4.8%) | 2,327 (2.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-15 | 2025-08-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (90 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 60112
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cortland?
Most homes in Cortland 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 Cortland?
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 Cortland, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Cortland.
How often does the power go out in Cortland?
In 2025, customers in DeKalb County averaged 34 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-19, when 2,327 customers (2.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.