Electricity rates in East Peoria, IL
East Peoria (23,080 people, Tazewell County) is served by 3 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 East Peoria
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation | Electric cooperative | 16.56¢ | $157 | 35K | 1,365 |
| Menard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.65¢ | $211 | 9,036 | 186 |
Power outages in Tazewell County right now
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Outage history in Tazewell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 374 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,113 (15%) | 4,411 (5.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-12-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (374 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Creve Coeur 17.3¢
- Peoria 17.3¢
- West Peoria 17.3¢
- Marquette Heights 17.3¢
- North Peoria 17.3¢
- Bartonville 17.3¢
- North Pekin 17.3¢
- Bellevue 17.3¢
- Peoria Heights 17.3¢
- Morton 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 61611, 61635
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Peoria?
Most homes in East Peoria 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 East Peoria: Corn Belt Energy Corporation (16.56¢), Menard Electric Co-op (20.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in East Peoria?
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 East Peoria, IL?
3 utilities serve East Peoria's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Corn Belt Energy Corporation, Menard Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in East Peoria?
In 2025, customers in Tazewell County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-28, when 4,411 customers (5.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.