Electricity rates in Melrose Park, IL
Melrose Park (25,379 people, Cook 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 Melrose Park
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in Cook County right now
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Outage history in Cook County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 164 | 83 |
| Days with outages | 7 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 155,204 (7.2%) | 63,645 (2.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-05-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (164 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stone Park 19.2¢
- Maywood 19.2¢
- Bellwood 19.2¢
- River Grove 19.2¢
- River Forest 19.2¢
- Northlake 19.2¢
- Franklin Park 19.2¢
- Berkeley 19.2¢
- Broadview 19.2¢
- Forest Park 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60160, 60161, 60164
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Melrose Park?
Most homes in Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park?
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 Melrose Park, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Melrose Park.
How often does the power go out in Melrose Park?
In 2025, customers in Cook County averaged 83 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 63,645 customers (2.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.