Electricity rates in Riverton, IL
Riverton (3,462 people, Sangamon 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 Riverton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Menard Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.65¢ | $211 | 9,036 | 186 |
Power outages in Sangamon County right now
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Outage history in Sangamon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 63 | 88 |
| Days with outages | 33 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,341 (5.3%) | 5,205 (3.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-08-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (63 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Grandview 13.9¢
- Sherman 17.3¢
- Springfield 13.9¢
- Rochester 17.3¢
- Williamsville 17.3¢
- Southern View 17.3¢
- Leland Grove 17.3¢
- Jerome 17.3¢
- Athens 17.3¢
- Chatham 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62561
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Riverton?
Most homes in Riverton 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 Riverton: Menard Electric Co-op (20.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Riverton?
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 Riverton, IL?
2 utilities serve Riverton's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Menard Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Riverton?
In 2025, customers in Sangamon County averaged 88 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-03, when 5,205 customers (3.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.