Electricity rates in South Jacksonville, IL
South Jacksonville (3,261 people, Morgan County) is served by 4 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 South Jacksonville
| 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 |
| Illinois Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 22.00¢ | $355 | 10K | 112 |
| Rural Electric Conven Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.62¢ | $262 | 6,011 | 142 |
Power outages in Morgan County right now
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Outage history in Morgan County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 71 | 407 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,315 (20.1%) | 11,730 (71%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-04 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (71 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Jacksonville 17.3¢
- Winchester 17.3¢
- Waverly 17.3¢
- Virginia 17.3¢
- New Berlin 17.3¢
- Ashland 17.3¢
- Roodhouse 17.3¢
- Meredosia 17.3¢
- White Hall 17.3¢
- Beardstown 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62650, 62651, 62695
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Jacksonville?
Most homes in South Jacksonville 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 South Jacksonville: Menard Electric Co-op (20.65¢), Illinois Rural Electric Co-op (22.00¢), Rural Electric Conven Co-op (15.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Jacksonville?
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 South Jacksonville, IL?
4 utilities serve South Jacksonville's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Menard Electric Co-op, Illinois Rural Electric Co-op, Rural Electric Conven Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Jacksonville?
In 2025, customers in Morgan County averaged 6 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 11,730 customers (71%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.