Electricity rates in Hamilton, IL
Hamilton (2,853 people, Hancock County) is served by Ameren Illinois Company. Homes on Ameren Illinois Company pay about 17.28¢/kWh, 8% less than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving Hamilton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
Power outages in Hancock County right now
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Outage history in Hancock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 145 | 183 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 26 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,349 (26.1%) | 1,353 (15%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-26 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (145 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Warsaw 17.3¢
- Carthage 17.3¢
- Nauvoo 17.3¢
- La Harpe 17.3¢
- Camp Point 17.3¢
- Colchester 17.3¢
- Quincy 17.3¢
- Macomb 17.3¢
- Payson 17.3¢
- Mount Sterling 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62341
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hamilton?
Most homes in Hamilton 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hamilton?
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 Hamilton, IL?
Ameren Illinois Company serves Hamilton.
How often does the power go out in Hamilton?
In 2025, customers in Hancock County averaged 3 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 26 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 1,353 customers (15%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.