Electricity rates in El Paso, IL
El Paso (2,798 people, Woodford County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Commonwealth Edison Co. pay about 19.23¢/kWh, 2% more than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving El Paso
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation | Electric cooperative | 16.56¢ | $157 | 35K | 1,365 |
Power outages in Woodford County right now
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Outage history in Woodford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 276 | 156 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,035 (25.1%) | 3,382 (14%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-10-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (276 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 61738
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in El Paso?
Most homes in El Paso 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of El Paso: Ameren Illinois Company (17.28¢), Corn Belt Energy Corporation (16.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in El Paso?
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 El Paso, IL?
3 utilities serve El Paso's ZIP codes: Commonwealth Edison Co., Ameren Illinois Company, Corn Belt Energy Corporation. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in El Paso?
In 2025, customers in Woodford County averaged 2 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-07, when 3,382 customers (14%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.