Electricity rates in Crystal Lake, IL
Crystal Lake (40,448 people, McHenry 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 Crystal Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in McHenry County right now
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Outage history in McHenry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 101 | 181 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,149 (3.4%) | 13,250 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-23 | 2025-08-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (101 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lakewood 22.9¢
- Oakwood Hills 19.2¢
- Prairie Grove 19.2¢
- Lake in the Hills 19.2¢
- Cary 19.2¢
- Algonquin 19.2¢
- Bull Valley 19.2¢
- Port Barrington 19.2¢
- Fox River Grove 19.2¢
- Island Lake 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60012, 60014, 60039
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Crystal Lake?
Most homes in Crystal Lake 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 Crystal Lake?
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 Crystal Lake, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Crystal Lake.
How often does the power go out in Crystal Lake?
In 2025, customers in McHenry County averaged 3 hr 1 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-17, when 13,250 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.