Evanston Electricity Rates
- Electricity prices in Evanston start at 9.5¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh a month on Nordic Energy Services' month-to-month plan.
- Using 1,000 kWh a month, Evanston homes pay an average of 14.23¢/kWh, and plans most often fall between 12¢ and 14¢.
- Evanston homes using 1,000 kWh pay around $225 a month on an average plan once ComEd's delivery is added.
Cheapest Electricity Plans in Evanston
Today's Cheapest Evanston Electricity Rates
Terms for Evanston plans range from one month to 24 months. These prices cover supply only, and ComEd's delivery charge comes on top.
| Plan Name | Plan Length | Rate at 1,000 kWh | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordic Energy Services – Nordic Energy Services | Monthly | 9.50¢/kWh | Continue |
| Alpha Gas and Electric – Alpha Gas and Electric | 24 months | 12.59¢/kWh | Continue |
| Verde Energy – Verde Energy USA | 8 months | 12.59¢/kWh | Continue |
| IGS Energy – IGS Energy | 12 months | 12.99¢/kWh | Continue |
| SmartEnergy – SmartEnergy Holdings | 6 months | 13.10¢/kWh | Continue |
| Ambit Energy – Ambit Northeast | 12 months | 16.49¢/kWh | Continue |
| MPower Energy – MPower Energy NJ | 12 months | 17.90¢/kWh | Continue |
Highlighted Evanston Electricity Plans for November
Several electricity providers are offering competitive rates in Evanston right now. Here are a few that stand out:
- Nordic Energy Services – Nordic Energy Services (month-to-month): 9.50¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh.
- Alpha Gas and Electric – Alpha Gas and Electric (24-month): 12.59¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Locks in your rate for 24 months.
Evanston Electricity Suppliers
We compare rates from certified Retail Electric Suppliers active in ComEd’s Evanston territory. Every supplier below offers plans to Evanston residents today.
Evanston Business Electricity Rates
Evanston’s economy is driven by Northwestern University, healthcare, arts and dining, and lakefront tourism. Commercial customers access deregulated RES rates through the ComEd territory.
Business electricity pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.
Evanston Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and suppliers in Evanston and the ComEd service area.
What is the cheapest electricity plan for an Evanston apartment?
For a home using about 500 kWh a month, Nordic Energy Services' month-to-month plan is the cheapest we list for Evanston today. At 9.5¢/kWh, it comes to about $47 a month for supply.
How much does electricity cost per kWh in Evanston, all charges included?
About 15.22¢ per kWh, supply and delivery together, based on what homes on ComEd's default rate paid on average in 2024 (federal EIA data). The plan prices you shop for cover supply only; the lowest in Evanston today is 9.5¢, before ComEd's delivery charges.
Source: EIA, 2024
How much does staying on the Price to Compare cost an Evanston home?
At 10.103¢/kWh, 1,000 kWh of supply on ComEd's Price to Compare costs $101.03 a month, before delivery. The same usage would cost $95.00 on the cheapest supplier plan we list for Evanston today.
Source: Illinois Commerce Commission
What rate does Evanston's electricity aggregation charge?
Evanston's aggregation tracks ComEd's Price to Compare plus an adjustment through June 30, 2029, so it matches the default rate instead of beating it.
Source: Illinois Commerce Commission
What local taxes are on an Evanston electric bill?
Evanston adds 0.61¢/kWh to the first 2,000 kWh a month, falling to 0.3¢ above 20 million kWh.
Source: City of Evanston
How many ComEd customers have switched electricity suppliers?
About 19.5% of ComEd's residential customers bought supply from an alternative supplier in May 2025, including aggregation customers.
Source: Illinois General Assembly, 2025
