Electricity rates in Wheaton, IL
Wheaton (53,715 people, DuPage 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 Wheaton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commonwealth Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.23¢ | $117 | 3.02M | 77 |
Power outages in DuPage County right now
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Outage history in DuPage County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 117 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 11 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,064 (5.4%) | 20,530 (6.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-08-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (117 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Glen Ellyn 19.2¢
- Winfield 19.2¢
- Carol Stream 19.2¢
- Glendale Heights 19.2¢
- Warrenville 19.2¢
- Lisle 19.2¢
- West Chicago 19.2¢
- Lombard 19.2¢
- Naperville 19.2¢
- Villa Park 19.2¢
ZIP codes: 60187, 60189
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wheaton?
Most homes in Wheaton 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 Wheaton?
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 Wheaton, IL?
Commonwealth Edison Co. serves Wheaton.
How often does the power go out in Wheaton?
In 2025, customers in DuPage County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 11 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-08, when 20,530 customers (6.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.