WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Evanston

Illinois

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The State of Electricity in Evanston

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Evanston

Average monthly bill

January

$164

February

$103

March

$135

April

$136

May

$121

June

$158

July

$227highest

August

$183

September

$136

October

$135

November

$125

December

$96lowest

Carbon Emissions

493 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

827 kWh

Where does Evanston’s electricity come from?

Evanston's energy comes from Nuclear, Coal, Wind, Natural Gas, and Solar. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 54% of Evanston's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 18%. Wind provides 16% of the energy in Evanston. Natural Gas provides 11% of the energy in Evanston. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Evanston.

54%

Nuclear

18%

Coal

16%

Wind

11%

Natural Gas

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Evanston

The state of solar in Evanston

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

583 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$14,029

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

9 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Evanston 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Evanston

incentivesavingsutility 
Clothes Dryers$40ComEdSee Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$50ComEdSee Details
Light BulbsUp to $3.00. This product is only for Income Eligible customers.ComEdSee Details
Clothes Washers$50ComEdSee Details
Smart Thermostats$75ComEdSee Details
Clothes Washers$40ComEdSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50ComEdSee Details

Electricity Providers in Evanston

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Evanston. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:

Utilities in Evanston

ComEd

ComEd Rates

ComEd has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
RDS - Residential Single Family with Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed
BES - Residential Multi Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed11¢ to 12¢
BES - Residential Single Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed12¢ to 13¢
Residential Multi Family With Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Retail Delivery Service-Unbundled)Fixed
Residential Single Family With Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Retail Delivery Service-Unbundled)Fixed
BES - Residential Single Family with Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed10¢ to 10¢
Residential Multi Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Retail Delivery Service-Unbundled)Fixed
RDS - Residential Multi Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed
BESH- Residential Single Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Unbundled)Fixed
BESH- Residential Multi Family With Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Unbundled)Fixed
BESH- Residential Single Family With Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Unbundled)Fixed
RDS - Residential Single Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed
BESH- Residential Multi Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Unbundled)Fixed
Residential Single Family Without Electric Space Heat Delivery Class(Retail Delivery Service)Fixed
RDS - Residential Multi Family With Electric Space Heat Delivery ClassFixed

ComEd Electricity Plans in Evanston

The price to compare for ComEd is 6.80¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 827 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Direct Energy

Live Brighter™ 12

cheapestcheapest 12 monthsmost popular
See Details
7.79¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Direct Energy

Live Brighter™ 18

cheapest 13+ months
7.89¢18 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

36 Month Home Power Plan

7.99¢36 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

12 Month Home Power Plan

8.19¢12 monthsChoose Plan
Constellation Energy

12 Month Green Home Power Plan

cheapest renewable
8.49¢12 monthsChoose Plan
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