Electricity rates in Freeport, IL
Freeport (24,476 people, Stephenson 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 Freeport
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in Stephenson County right now
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Outage history in Stephenson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 890 | 139 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,053 (49.4%) | 1,808 (14.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (890 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lena 19.2¢
- Forreston 19.2¢
- Pecatonica 19.2¢
- Georgetown 17.3¢
- Lake Summerset 19.2¢
- Lanark 19.2¢
- Durand 19.2¢
- Winnebago 19.2¢
- Mount Morris 19.2¢
- Stockton 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 61032
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Freeport?
Most homes in Freeport 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 Freeport?
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 Freeport, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Freeport.
How often does the power go out in Freeport?
In 2025, customers in Stephenson County averaged 2 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 1,808 customers (14.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.