Electricity rates in Saint Elmo, IL
Saint Elmo (1,426 people, Fayette 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 Saint Elmo
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Southwestern Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.32¢ | $189 | 24K | 241 |
Power outages in Fayette County right now
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Outage history in Fayette County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 361 | 463 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,599 (21.9%) | 2,330 (31.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-14 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (361 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Altamont 17.3¢
- Vandalia 17.3¢
- Ramsey 17.3¢
- Effingham 17.3¢
- Teutopolis 17.3¢
- Louisville 17.3¢
- Shelbyville 17.3¢
- Pana 17.3¢
- Salem 17.3¢
- Neoga 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62458
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint Elmo?
Most homes in Saint Elmo 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 Saint Elmo: Southwestern Electric Co-op (16.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saint Elmo?
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 Saint Elmo, IL?
2 utilities serve Saint Elmo's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Southwestern Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Saint Elmo?
In 2025, customers in Fayette County averaged 7 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 2,330 customers (31.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.