Electricity rates in Metropolis, IL
Metropolis (6,334 people, Massac 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 Metropolis
| 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 Massac County right now
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Outage history in Massac County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 18 | 35 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 700 (8.6%) | 728 (8.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-30 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (18 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Vienna 17.3¢
- Cairo 17.3¢
- Rosiclare 17.3¢
- Goreville 17.3¢
- Anna 17.3¢
- Jonesboro 17.3¢
- Carrier Mills 17.3¢
- Cobden 17.3¢
- Marion 17.3¢
- Harrisburg 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62960
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Metropolis?
Most homes in Metropolis 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 Metropolis: Southeastern IL Electric Co-op (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Metropolis?
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 Metropolis, IL?
2 utilities serve Metropolis'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 Metropolis?
In 2025, customers in Massac County averaged 35 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 728 customers (8.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.