Effingham County, IL: Electric Rates, Bills & Providers

Effingham County, Illinois Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Effingham County, Illinois Electricity Overview

By megawatt hours sold, the largest provider in Effingham County is Ameren Illinois.

Effingham County has had a reduction of 69.79% in the use of non-renewable fuel sources for electricity production during the course of the past 12 months.

Effingham County has emissions of 2,333.62 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases, compared to the Illinois average of 2,332.45.

With a population of 34,576 citizens, Effingham County is the 1355th most populated county in the country.

Citizens of the county use 508639.31% of the total amount of the electricity that the county produces.

Effingham County saw a 17.05% drop in CO2 emissions per capita within the previous 12 months.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    361,134 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    10.44 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    71 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    71 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    80,687,215 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    2,333.62 kg

Effingham, IL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 18.70 cents per kilowatt hour for inhabitants of Effingham, which is 19.00% above the average Illinois price of 15.71 cents. Ameren Illinois sells an estimated 2,271.83 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other vendors. The Illinois average monthly residential electricity bill is $106.86, while the Effingham average is 31.96% higher at $141.01 per month. This ranks the city 878th in the state for average monthly bill amount.

The use of electricity in Effingham accounts for 28,497,865.51 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 200th largest amount in the state out of 1466 cities. This total equates to 2,332.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, so the city ranks 620th highest in Illinois for emissions per capita. The residents of Effingham have to use power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating plants in the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Effingham

Effingham residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.203/kWh$0.079/kWh$220.04/mo.$65.81/mo.
591st14.79¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Effingham
875th$144.75Average residential monthly electricity bill for Effingham Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Effingham, Illinois

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alpha Gas and ElectricENERGY13.2868.6730,5414,057,000
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.2875.14388,27636,031,000
Ameren IllinoisBUNDLED16.83138.085,916,149.35995,925,996
American Power & GasENERGY11.6686.48,361974,600
Champion Energy ServicesENERGY

Altamont, IL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 12.60 cents per kilowatt hour for inhabitants of Altamont, which is 19.80% below the average Illinois price of 15.71 cents. The city has experienced a 69.79% decline in non-renewable fuel type usage in their electric production plants. Generation from non-renewable fuels makes up 0.03 megawatt hours per person in the city.

The use of electricity in Altamont accounts for 5,468,057.2 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 482nd largest amount in the state out of 1466 cities. Averaging 2,349.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 38th highest in Illinois for pollution per capita. About 100.00% of electricity in Altamont comes from generation using Distillate Fuel Oil. Altamont has one power plant in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Altamont

Altamont residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.134/kWh$0.126/kWh$161.02/mo.$119.43/mo.
48th12.60¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Altamont
528th$119.45Average residential monthly electricity bill for Altamont Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Altamont, Illinois

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Altamont, Illinois Electric UtilityBUNDLED12.2282.097110,790.551,319,010.26
Southwestern Electric CooperativeBUNDLED12.98156.81341,55944,328,600

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Teutopolis, IL Electricity Overview

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The residential electricity rate is 18.70 cents per kilowatt hour for inhabitants of Teutopolis, which is 19.00% above the average Illinois price of 15.71 cents. Ameren Illinois sells an estimated 439.74 megawatt hours in the city per year, more than all other vendors. The Illinois average monthly residential electricity bill is $106.86, while the Teutopolis average is 31.96% higher at $141.01 per month. This ranks the city 878th in the state for average monthly bill amount.

The use of electricity in Teutopolis accounts for 4,256,719.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 534th largest amount in the state out of 1466 cities. This total equates to 2,332.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, so the city ranks 52nd highest in Illinois for emissions per capita. The residents of Teutopolis have to use power from outside city limits because there are not any electricity generating plants in the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Teutopolis

Teutopolis residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in April.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.203/kWh$0.079/kWh$220.04/mo.$65.81/mo.
591st14.79¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Teutopolis
875th$144.75Average residential monthly electricity bill for Teutopolis Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Teutopolis, Illinois

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Alpha Gas and ElectricENERGY13.2868.6730,5414,057,000
Ambit EnergyENERGY9.2875.14388,27636,031,000
Ameren IllinoisBUNDLED16.83138.085,916,149.35995,925,996
American Power & GasENERGY11.6686.48,361974,600
Champion Energy ServicesENERGY

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Electricity Production in Effingham County, Illinois

Power Plants in Effingham County, Illinois

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Altamont IL Distillate Fuel Oil 7156,303.08793

Effingham County, Illinois Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Effingham County creates 80,687,214.58 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 37th largest amount of any county in the state. Averaging 2,333.62 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, the county ranks 2463rd highest for pollution per capita. Roughly 100.00% of Effingham County's electricity is produced using Distillate Fuel Oil. Effingham County has one power plant in the county.

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Effingham County, Illinois Net Metering

Out of the 43 companies in Effingham County, 4 of them offer net metering to their consumers. The state of Illinois has commendable state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for electricity companies in Effingham County is 5.91%. This includes data from 4 companies, including Norris Electric, Southwestern Electric Cooperative, and MC Squared Energy Services. The countrywide average energy loss is 2.87%. This earned Effingham County a rank of 2399th best in the US out of 3230 counties.

Providers In Each City in Effingham County:

  • Altamont, Illinois:
    • Altamont, Illinois Electric Utility: 33.33%
    • Empire District Electric: 33.33%
    • Southwestern Electric Cooperative: 33.33%
  • Dieterich, Illinois:
    • Norris Electric: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%
    • Empire District Electric: 33.33%
  • Edgewood, Illinois:
    • Southwestern Electric Cooperative: 19.53%
    • Empire District Electric: 27.30%
    • Norris Electric: 25.87%
    • Ameren Illinois: 27.30%
  • Effingham, Illinois:
    • Empire District Electric: 33.33%
    • Norris Electric: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%
  • Mason, Illinois:
    • Southwestern Electric Cooperative: 8.41%
    • Ameren Illinois: 30.53%
    • Empire District Electric: 30.53%
    • Norris Electric: 30.53%
  • Shumway, Illinois:
    • Southwestern Electric Cooperative: 20.10%
    • Shelby Electric Cooperative: 19.58%
    • Norris Electric: 20.10%
    • Empire District Electric: 20.10%
    • Ameren Illinois: 20.10%
  • Teutopolis, Illinois:
    • Norris Electric: 33.33%
    • Empire District Electric: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%
  • Watson, Illinois:
    • Norris Electric: 33.33%
    • Empire District Electric: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Effingham County, Illinois?

The largest electricity supplier in Effingham County, Illinois by total customer count is Ameren Illinois.

How many electric companies offer service in Effingham County, Illinois?

Effingham County, Illinois has 43 electricity companies offering service in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Effingham County, Illinois?

How many power plants are located within Effingham County, Illinois?

Effingham County, Illinois has one electricity plant generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-03-29