Electricity rates in Macomb, IL
Macomb (18,547 people, McDonough 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 Macomb
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
Power outages in McDonough County right now
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Outage history in McDonough County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 60 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,450 (11.4%) | 1,371 (10.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-19 | 2025-07-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (60 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Colchester 17.3¢
- Bushnell 17.3¢
- La Harpe 17.3¢
- Astoria 17.3¢
- Rushville 17.3¢
- Carthage 17.3¢
- Lewistown 17.3¢
- Abingdon 17.3¢
- Monmouth 17.3¢
- Mount Sterling 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 61455
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Macomb?
Most homes in Macomb 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 Macomb?
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 Macomb, IL?
Ameren Illinois Company serves Macomb.
How often does the power go out in Macomb?
In 2025, customers in McDonough County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-05, when 1,371 customers (10.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.