Electricity rates in North Chicago, IL
North Chicago (29,491 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 North Chicago
| 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
- Waukegan 19.2¢
- Park City 19.2¢
- Lake Bluff 19.2¢
- Knollwood 19.2¢
- Green Oaks 19.2¢
- Gurnee 19.2¢
- Lake Forest 19.2¢
- Libertyville 19.2¢
- Beach Park 19.2¢
- Gages Lake 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60064, 60086
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Chicago?
Most homes in North Chicago 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 North Chicago?
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 North Chicago, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves North Chicago.
How often does the power go out in North Chicago?
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.