Electricity rates in West Frankfort, IL
West Frankfort (8,067 people, Franklin 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 West Frankfort
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Illinois Company | Investor-owned utility | 17.28¢ | $153 | 588K | 287 |
| Southeastern IL Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.71¢ | $192 | 23K | 2,214 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 255 | 605 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,280 (48.2%) | 8,033 (41.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-01 | 2025-10-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (255 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Johnston City 17.3¢
- Zeigler 17.3¢
- Benton 17.3¢
- Herrin 17.3¢
- Christopher 17.3¢
- Energy 17.3¢
- Royalton 17.3¢
- Marion 17.3¢
- Carterville 17.3¢
- Crainville 17.3¢
ZIP codes: 62896
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Frankfort?
Most homes in West Frankfort 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 West Frankfort: Southeastern IL Electric Co-op (15.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Frankfort?
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 West Frankfort, IL?
2 utilities serve West Frankfort's ZIP codes: Ameren Illinois Company, Southeastern IL Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Frankfort?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 10 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-08, when 8,033 customers (41.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.