Average Electric Bill in Springfield, IL
What a typical household in Springfield pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Springfield pays about $99.19/month for electricity at roughly 11.95¢/kWh. Basis: City of Springfield - (IL), 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Illinois over 12 months — the rate environment Springfield households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | City of Springfield - (IL), 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | City of Springfield - (IL) · 59,621 residential customers |
| State context | Illinois: $142.84/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 114,375 (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 Springfield?
Expect roughly $99.19 per month for a typical household in Springfield — based on City of Springfield - (IL) annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Springfield?
About 11.95¢ per kWh (City of Springfield - (IL), 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Springfield pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Springfield higher or lower than the Illinois average?
City of Springfield - (IL) averages $99.19 — below the state average of $142.84.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (City of Springfield - (IL)) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Illinois) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.