Electricity rates in Sparta, IL
Sparta (4,419 people, Randolph 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 Sparta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Egyptian Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 17.21¢ | $208 | 14K | 773 |
Power outages in Randolph County right now
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Outage history in Randolph County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 238 | 343 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,107 (20.8%) | 2,173 (14.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-05 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (238 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Steeleville 17.3¢
- Marissa 17.3¢
- Chester 17.3¢
- New Athens 17.3¢
- Red Bud 17.3¢
- Pinckneyville 17.3¢
- Okawville 17.3¢
- Nashville 17.3¢
- Freeburg 17.3¢
- Smithton 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62286
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sparta?
Most homes in Sparta 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 Sparta: Egyptian Electric Co-op Association (17.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sparta?
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 Sparta, IL?
2 utilities serve Sparta's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Egyptian Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sparta?
In 2025, customers in Randolph County averaged 5 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 2,173 customers (14.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.