Average Electric Bill in Chicago, IL
What a typical household in Chicago pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Chicago pays about $81.65/month for electricity at roughly 13.39¢/kWh. Basis: Commonwealth Edison Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Illinois over 12 months — the rate environment Chicago households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Commonwealth Edison Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Commonwealth Edison Co · 3,727,675 residential customers |
| State context | Illinois: $142.84/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 2,746,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Chicago?
Expect roughly $81.65 per month for a typical household in Chicago — based on Commonwealth Edison Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Chicago?
About 13.39¢ per kWh (Commonwealth Edison Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Chicago pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Chicago higher or lower than the Illinois average?
Commonwealth Edison Co averages $81.65 — below the state average of $142.84.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Commonwealth Edison Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Illinois) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.