Electricity rates in Rome, IL
Rome (1,738 people, Peoria 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 Rome
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Spoon River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.23¢ | $227 | 4,890 | — |
Power outages in Peoria County right now
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Outage history in Peoria County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 240 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,930 (6.5%) | 6,353 (4.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-14 | 2025-12-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (240 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chillicothe 17.3¢
- Germantown Hills 17.3¢
- Dunlap 17.3¢
- Metamora 17.3¢
- Peoria Heights 17.3¢
- Lacon 17.3¢
- Washburn 17.3¢
- North Peoria 17.3¢
- Washington 17.3¢
- Princeville 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 61562
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rome?
Most homes in Rome 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 Rome: Spoon River Electric Co-op (21.23¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rome?
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 Rome, IL?
2 utilities serve Rome's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Spoon River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rome?
In 2025, customers in Peoria County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-23, when 6,353 customers (4.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.