WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Elwin
Illinois
Illinois
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Elwin
January
$100February
$56lowestMarch
$96April
$80May
$114June
$197July
$232highestAugust
$166September
$133October
$97November
$83December
$79Carbon Emissions
449 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
753 kWh
Elwin's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, Coal, Wind, and Solar. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 50% of Elwin's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 24%. Coal provides 18% of the energy in Elwin. Wind provides 6% of the energy in Elwin. Solar provides 3% of the energy in Elwin.
50%
Nuclear
24%
Natural Gas
18%
Coal
6%
Wind
3%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
754 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,394
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
8 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Elwin can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Elwin. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Shelby Electric Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Small Single Phase Farm, Residential, and Commercial Service | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Small Single Phase Farm, Residential & Commercial Interruptible Service - Up To 200 Amp | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Electric Heat Rate for Small Residential Customers | Fixed | 11¢ |
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