Electricity rates in Galesburg, IL
Galesburg (31,273 people, Knox County) is served by 4 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 Galesburg
| 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 |
| McDonough Power Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.23¢ | $245 | 4,980 | — |
| Spoon River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.23¢ | $227 | 4,890 | — |
Power outages in Knox County right now
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Outage history in Knox County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 468 | 201 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,423 (24.7%) | 2,148 (8.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-26 | 2025-07-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (468 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 61401, 61402
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Galesburg?
Most homes in Galesburg 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 Galesburg: Corn Belt Energy Corporation (16.56¢), McDonough Power Co-op (20.23¢), Spoon River Electric Co-op (21.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Galesburg?
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 Galesburg, IL?
4 utilities serve Galesburg's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Corn Belt Energy Corporation, McDonough Power Co-op, Spoon River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Galesburg?
In 2025, customers in Knox County averaged 3 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-16, when 2,148 customers (8.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.