Electricity rates in Villa Grove, IL
Villa Grove (2,495 people, Douglas 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 Villa Grove
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.77¢ | $242 | 11K | 223 |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 98 | 235 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,267 (15.2%) | 3,557 (42.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-31 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (98 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 61956
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Villa Grove?
Most homes in Villa Grove 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 Villa Grove: Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op (18.77¢).
What is the average electric bill in Villa Grove?
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 Villa Grove, IL?
2 utilities serve Villa Grove's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Eastern Illinois Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Villa Grove?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 3 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 3,557 customers (42.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.