Electricity rates in Sterling, IL
Sterling (15,057 people, Whiteside County) is served by Commonwealth Edison Co.. Homes on Commonwealth Edison Co. pay about 19.23¢/kWh, 2% more than the Illinois average.
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Electric companies serving Sterling
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in Whiteside County right now
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Outage history in Whiteside County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 64 | 49 |
| Days with outages | 19 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,562 (3.5%) | 3,483 (7.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-16 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (64 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rock Falls 19.2¢
- Dixon 19.2¢
- Morrison 19.2¢
- Prophetstown 19.2¢
- Polo 19.2¢
- Walnut 19.2¢
- Amboy 19.2¢
- Erie 19.2¢
- Mount Morris 19.2¢
- Lanark 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 61081
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sterling?
Most homes in Sterling get power from Commonwealth Edison Co., where residential customers pay an average of 19.23¢/kWh including all charges. The Illinois average is 18.79¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Sterling?
About $117 a month, based on 606 kWh a month (the average for Commonwealth Edison Co. customers) at 19.23¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Sterling, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Sterling.
How often does the power go out in Sterling?
In 2025, customers in Whiteside County averaged 49 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 3,483 customers (7.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.