Electric Rates & Providers in Randolph County, IL

Randolph County, Illinois Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Randolph County, Illinois Electricity Overview

Randolph County ranks as the 828th worst pollution level due to electricity consumption out of 3230 counties in the US, releasing 338,233,565.57 kilograms of CO2 gases.

Randolph County is the 187th highest generator of megawatt hours per capita out of 3230 counties in the country, with a population of 30,632 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 6,064,258.99.

Roughly 100.00% of Randolph County's electricity is produced using non-renewable fuel sources, making it the 8th highest county out of 102 counties in Illinois for total megawatt hours generated from non-renewable fuel sources.

With total generation of 6,064,258.99 megawatt hours, Randolph County is the 8th largest generator of electricity in Illinois out of 102 counties.

Randolph County produces the 43rd highest amount of electricity per capita from natural gas out of 3230 counties in the United States, with the fuel type accounting for 197.67 megawatt hours a year per capita.

Randolph County generates 1795.43% more megawatt hours than the county consumes, leading to the ability to export the excess.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    319,940 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    10.44 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    6,064,259 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    6,064,259 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    197.97 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    338,233,566 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    11,041.84 kg

Chester, IL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Chester is roughly 18.76 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, regrettably, 19.42% above the state's average rate of 15.71 cents, resulting in the city ranking 291st lowest for average electricity price out of 1466 cities in the state. Ameren Illinois has an estimated 93 residential customers, more than any other electricity provider in the city. The US average monthly residential electricity bill is $138.02, while the Chester average is 3.01% more at $142.18 per month.

Electricity use in Chester creates 18,162,782.68 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 272nd highest of any city in Illinois. This total also equates to a ranking of 52nd worst in the state for emissions per resident from electricity consumption. There are zero electricity plants in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Chester

Chester 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.
715th15.46¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Chester
1195th$156.37Average residential monthly electricity bill for Chester Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Chester, 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

Sparta, IL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Sparta is roughly 18.76 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, regrettably, 19.43% above the state's average rate of 15.71 cents, resulting in the city ranking 297th lowest for average electricity price out of 1466 cities in the state. Ameren Illinois has an estimated 183 residential customers, more than any other electricity provider in the city. The US average monthly residential electricity bill is $138.02, while the Sparta average is 3.01% more at $142.17 per month.

Electricity use in Sparta creates 9,348,456.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 391st highest of any city in Illinois. This total also equates to a ranking of 620th worst in the state for emissions per resident from electricity consumption. There are zero electricity plants in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Sparta

Sparta 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.
717th15.47¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Sparta
1169th$156.31Average residential monthly electricity bill for Sparta Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Sparta, 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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Red Bud, IL Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Red Bud is roughly 18.53 cents per kilowatt hour. This is, regrettably, 17.97% above the state's average rate of 15.71 cents, resulting in the city ranking 123rd lowest for average electricity price out of 1466 cities in the state. The average monthly residential electric bill for a customer in the city is $141.31 per month, while the nationwide average is $138.02. Customers in the city pay a 2.39% markup compared to other citizens of the United States. Electricity generation facilities in Red Bud have, luckily, had a 94.17% decrease in the amount of non-renewable fuels burned each year.

Electricity use in Red Bud creates 8,665,558.93 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 403rd highest of any city in Illinois. Additionally, the city ranks 49th highest in the state for emissions per resident, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. The city is home to one power producing plant. Red Bud's power plants most often use Distillate Fuel Oil, which makes up 100.00% of the fuel types used for electricity production in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Red Bud

Red Bud 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.
660th14.96¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Red Bud
911th$145.61Average residential monthly electricity bill for Red Bud Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Red Bud, 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 Randolph County, Illinois

Power Plants in Randolph County, Illinois

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Baldwin Energy ComplexDynegy Energy Services (100.00%)
Randolph County IL Coal 6,064,203.996,410,958,476.991,057.1812/2025
Red Bud IL Distillate Fuel Oil 5538,449.08699.07

Randolph County, Illinois Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Approximately 338,233,565.57 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in Randolph County due to electricity use. Additionally, the county ranks 315th worst in the United States for emissions per resident, which could be argued to be the more important metric. The county has the 1111th most electricity generation plants of any county in the United States, with 2 total plants. In Randolph County, Coal is 99.85% of the fuel types used for electricity production.

COAL
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
Coal
99.85%
DISTILLATE FUEL OIL
Distillate Fuel Oil
0.15%

Randolph County, Illinois Net Metering

Randolph County has 3 out of 41 electricity providers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. At the state level, Illinois has above average net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Randolph County who report energy loss statistics had an average of 5.34% of energy generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. The countrywide average energy loss is 2.87%. This earned Randolph County a rank of 40th best in Illinois out of 102.

Providers In Each City in Randolph County:

  • Baldwin, Illinois:
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Chester, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.16%
    • Ameren Illinois: 49.84%
  • Coulterville, Illinois:
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Ellis Grove, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
  • Evansville, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
  • Kaskaskia, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Percy, Illinois:
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Prairie du Rocher, Illinois:
    • Monroe County Electric Cooperative: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 33.33%
  • Red Bud, Illinois:
    • Monroe County Electric Cooperative: 33.33%
    • Red Bud, Illinois Electric Utility: 33.33%
    • Ameren Illinois: 33.33%
  • Rockwood, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Ruma, Illinois:
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Sparta, Illinois:
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Steeleville, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%
  • Tilden, Illinois:
    • Egyptian Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Illinois: 50.00%

* 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 Randolph County, Illinois?

By total revenue, Ameren Illinois is the largest electricity provider in Randolph County, Illinois.

What electricity companies offer service in Randolph County, Illinois?

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

Randolph County, Illinois has 41 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.

How many power plants are located in Randolph County, Illinois?

Randolph County, Illinois has 2 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2024-04-04