Electricity rates in Vandalia, IL
Vandalia (7,112 people, Fayette 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 Vandalia
| 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 Fayette County right now
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Outage history in Fayette County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 361 | 463 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,599 (21.9%) | 2,330 (31.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-14 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (361 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ramsey 17.3¢
- Saint Elmo 17.3¢
- Greenville 17.3¢
- Altamont 17.3¢
- Odin 17.3¢
- Sandoval 17.3¢
- Salem 17.3¢
- Hillsboro 17.3¢
- Nokomis 17.3¢
- Carlyle 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62471
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vandalia?
Most homes in Vandalia 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 Vandalia: Southwestern Electric Co-op (16.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Vandalia?
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 Vandalia, IL?
2 utilities serve Vandalia'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 Vandalia?
In 2025, customers in Fayette County averaged 7 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 2,330 customers (31.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.