Electricity rates in Princeton, IL
Princeton (7,594 people, Bureau 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 Princeton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Corn Belt Energy Corporation | Electric cooperative | 16.56¢ | $157 | 35K | 1,365 |
Power outages in Bureau County right now
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Outage history in Bureau County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 237 | 124 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,631 (8.7%) | 1,099 (5.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-16 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (237 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 61356
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Princeton?
Most homes in Princeton 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 Princeton: Corn Belt Energy Corporation (16.56¢).
What is the average electric bill in Princeton?
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 Princeton, IL?
2 utilities serve Princeton's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Corn Belt Energy Corporation. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Princeton?
In 2025, customers in Bureau County averaged 2 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 1,099 customers (5.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.