Electricity rates in Highwood, IL
Highwood (5,352 people, Lake 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 Highwood
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in Lake County right now
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Outage history in Lake County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 65 | 28 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 2 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,670 (4.1%) | 8,580 (1.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-08-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (65 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Highland Park 19.2¢
- Deerfield 19.2¢
- Bannockburn 19.2¢
- Lake Forest 19.2¢
- Riverwoods 19.2¢
- Northbrook 19.2¢
- Lincolnshire 19.2¢
- Glencoe 19.2¢
- Lake Bluff 19.2¢
- Northfield 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60040
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Highwood?
Most homes in Highwood 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 Highwood?
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 Highwood, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Highwood.
How often does the power go out in Highwood?
In 2025, customers in Lake County averaged 28 min without power. Outages hit 2 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-17, when 8,580 customers (1.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.