Electricity rates in Shawneetown, IL
Shawneetown (1,164 people, Gallatin 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 Shawneetown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Southeastern IL Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $192 | 23K | 2,214 |
Power outages in Gallatin County right now
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Outage history in Gallatin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 938 | 3,125 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,065 (84.2%) | 1,954 (79.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (938 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eldorado 17.3¢
- Harrisburg 17.3¢
- Norris City 17.3¢
- Rosiclare 17.3¢
- Carrier Mills 17.3¢
- Carmi 17.3¢
- McLeansboro 17.3¢
- Grayville 17.3¢
- Marion 17.3¢
- Johnston City 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62984
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shawneetown?
Most homes in Shawneetown 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 Shawneetown: Southeastern IL Electric Co-op (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shawneetown?
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 Shawneetown, IL?
2 utilities serve Shawneetown's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Southeastern IL Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shawneetown?
In 2025, customers in Gallatin County averaged 52 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 1,954 customers (79.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.