Electricity rates in Trenton, IL
Trenton (2,667 people, Clinton 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 Trenton
| 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 Clinton County right now
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Outage history in Clinton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 249 | 486 |
| Days with outages | 61 | 65 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,704 (37.7%) | 5,009 (40.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-02-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (249 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Aviston 17.3¢
- New Baden 17.3¢
- Albers 17.3¢
- Lebanon 17.3¢
- Breese 17.3¢
- Germantown 17.3¢
- Saint Jacob 17.3¢
- Highland 17.3¢
- Mascoutah 17.3¢
- Scott Air Force Base 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62293
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Trenton?
Most homes in Trenton 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 Trenton: Southwestern Electric Co-op (16.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Trenton?
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 Trenton, IL?
2 utilities serve Trenton'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 Trenton?
In 2025, customers in Clinton County averaged 8 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 65 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-02, when 5,009 customers (40.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.