Electricity rates in Harrisburg, IL
Harrisburg (8,891 people, Saline County) is served by 2 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 Harrisburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Southeastern IL Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $192 | 23K | 2,214 |
Power outages in Saline County right now
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Outage history in Saline County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 384 | 1,993 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,345 (41.2%) | 7,444 (57.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-19 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (384 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carrier Mills 17.3¢
- Eldorado 17.3¢
- Shawneetown 17.3¢
- Norris City 17.3¢
- Marion 17.3¢
- Johnston City 17.3¢
- West Frankfort 17.3¢
- Rosiclare 17.3¢
- McLeansboro 17.3¢
- Energy 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62946
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Harrisburg?
Most homes in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg: Southeastern IL Electric Co-op (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Harrisburg?
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 Harrisburg, IL?
2 utilities serve Harrisburg's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Southeastern IL Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Harrisburg?
In 2025, customers in Saline County averaged 33 hr 13 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 7,444 customers (57.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.