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We have made it very easy to compare Chicago power rates so you can get the least expensive electric price for your needs. Just enter your zip code then read company reviews, compare the Illinois electricity companies that serve the Chicago area to get the best electric plan that meets your needs.

Electricity prices in Chicago IL are deregulated, meaning you have the power to choose from over 50 energy companies in the Chicago area.

There are no switching costs, your electricity stays throughout the entire process, and no special equipment is needed. If you are moving to Chicago, Illinois, your new service company will turn on your power and establish your new service. It's that simple.


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6 Month Home Power Plan


10.39¢
per kWh
6
month term
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6 Month Home Power Plan


Plan Info
Term Length :  6 months
Plan Type :  Fixed Rate
Early Termination Fee :  $50.00
Monthly Recurring Charge :  $0.00

Documents
Terms of Service

Pricing
Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  10.39¢
Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  10.39¢
Rate @ 500 kWh :  10.39¢





SureLock 12


10.89¢
per kWh
12
month term
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SureLock 12


Plan Info
Term Length :  12 months
Plan Type :  Fixed Rate
Early Termination Fee :  $0.00
Monthly Recurring Charge :  $4.99

Documents
Disclosure Information Label
Terms and Conditions

Pricing
Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  10.89¢
Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  10.89¢
Rate @ 500 kWh :  10.89¢





Think Clean 12


10.90¢
per kWh
12
month term
more info

Think Clean 12


Plan Info
Term Length :  12 months
Plan Type :  Fixed Rate
Early Termination Fee :  $0 (Residential Customers Only)
Monthly Recurring Charge :  $0.00

Documents
Terms Of Service
Contract Summary
Communications Policy
Uniform Disclosure Statement
Auto-Renewal Notice
Promotion Terms
Environmental Disclosure Letter
Arbitration and Class Action Policy Addendum

Pricing
Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  10.90¢
Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  10.90¢
Rate @ 500 kWh :  10.90¢





Think Basic 4


9.00¢
per kWh
4
month term
more info

Think Basic 4


Plan Info
Term Length :  4 months
Plan Type :  Fixed Rate
Early Termination Fee :  $0 (Residential Customers Only)
Monthly Recurring Charge :  $0.00

Documents
Terms Of Service
Communications Policy
Uniform Disclosure Statement
Auto-Renewal Notice
Environmental Disclosure Letter
Arbitration and Class Action Policy Addendum

Pricing
Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  9.00¢
Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  9.00¢
Rate @ 500 kWh :  9.00¢





Flex Electric Choice Plan


10.10¢
per kWh
3
month term
more info

Flex Electric Choice Plan




  • Intro rate for 3 months, then variable

  • More Plans for NRG Home

    Plan Info
    Term Length :  3 months
    Plan Type :  Variable Rate
    Early Termination Fee :  $0.00
    Monthly Recurring Charge :  $0.00

    Documents
    Terms Of Service
    Offer Details

    Pricing
    Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  10.10¢
    Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  10.10¢
    Rate @ 500 kWh :  10.10¢





    12 Month Green Home Power Plan


    11.19¢
    per kWh
    12
    month term
    more info

    12 Month Green Home Power Plan


    Plan Info
    Term Length :  12 months
    Plan Type :  Fixed Rate
    Early Termination Fee :  $50.00
    Monthly Recurring Charge :  $0.00

    Documents
    Terms of Service

    Pricing
    Rate @ 2,000 kWh :  11.19¢
    Rate @ 1,000 kWh :  11.19¢
    Rate @ 500 kWh :  11.19¢




    Which Electricity companies serve Chicago?


    What should I know about Chicago?

    In November, the average electricity rate in Chicago was 17.27¢ per kWh. The average households monthly electricity usage was 584 kWh, making the average bill around $101.

    based on EIA Data as of September, 2025

    Zip Codes in Chicago


    60657
    60651
    60647
    60641
    60640
    60639
    60638
    60634
    60632
    60629
    60628
    60625
    60623
    60620
    60619
    60618
    60617
    60614
    60609
    60608




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    Customer Reviews from Chicago

      — Amanda
    Smooth Operator

     The whole process for switching my energy supplier to energy harbor was a very smooth operation! The customer service representative was very profess... 

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    Smooth Operator

     The whole process for switching my energy supplier to energy harbor was a very smooth operation! The customer service representative was very professional and courteous. He explained exactly what I would be receiving and talked me through the whole process of signing up. He sent email confirmations and even I received information in the mail. It's now been over a month since I signed up with Energy Harbor and I can honestly say that when I think of this company, I get a positive feeling. Energy Harbor is a company that I can trust and I look forward to being their customer for the next four years. 
    Energy Harbor responds April 10th, 2023:
    Thank you for trusting Energy Harbor!


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      — Amanda
    Awesomesauce!
     The process for enrolling with Energy Harbor was very smooth. I spoke with a very wonderful representative, who was very knowledgeable about the prod... 

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    Awesomesauce!

     The process for enrolling with Energy Harbor was very smooth. I spoke with a very wonderful representative, who was very knowledgeable about the products the company had to offer. He was very patient and he explained everything to me. I really appreciate him walking me through the process and answering any questions that I had. I am currently looking to utilize more products that the company offers since this experience was so positive. Thank you very much! 
    Energy Harbor responds February 2nd, 2023:
    Wow! We are so happy to hear this!
    <br />
    <br />Thank you!


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      — Great Business
    Spark Energy's representives great work

     Hi I would like to say that signing up with Spark Energy is definitely saving me some money and the help i received from the representatives was very ... 

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    Spark Energy's representives great work

     Hi I would like to say that signing up with Spark Energy is definitely saving me some money and the help i received from the representatives was very helpful and efficient I appreciate it when the representatives take time to thuroghly explain to the customer about the services that will be given. Thank You 
    Spark Energy responds March 26th, 2019:
    Thank you for your positive review. We are grateful to have wonderful customers like you.


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      — Barbie J Bradley
    Awesome

     I really Loved it 

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    Awesome

     I really Loved it 

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      — Constellation
    By far, happy!

     I have had my service for 3 months for now; No problem so far :) Thanks 

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    By far, happy!

     I have had my service for 3 months for now; No problem so far :) Thanks 
    Constellation responds September 26th, 2018:
    We are so happy to hear that you had a great experience with Constellation, its been our pleasure!


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      — Helen Kos
    Switched To Vista Energy

     I got tired of my bills going up and down so much from my previous provider. So, I switched to Vista Energy and I have them for a couple of months now... 

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    Switched To Vista Energy

     I got tired of my bills going up and down so much from my previous provider. So, I switched to Vista Energy and I have them for a couple of months now. Their service has been all right, but I felt kind of persuaded and forced into it. Originally, the people that came to me to get me to switch didn't say I was switching right then and there. They told me that they wanted to see my bills and check my rates so they could get me a better rate. I agreed to that but then I came to find out that I got completely switched. I didn't even know which company I wanted to go with, but I thought I'd see how this would go. 

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      — Xoom Is Expensive
    Very Expensive

     I was sold Xoom Energy through an ACN rep. The initial rate was low, but noticed my bills shot up and stayed that way. After comparing with my stand... 

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    Very Expensive

     I was sold Xoom Energy through an ACN rep. The initial rate was low, but noticed my bills shot up and stayed that way. After comparing with my standard service provider, they told me I was paying three times as much for my therms and kilowatts. I cancelled soon after and now my bills are back to normal again. 

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      — Yvonne
    Disappointed

     Never in the summer months is electric ever over $45.00.My bill has gone up since I signed with you guys, but don't fret, I'm going to get r... 

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    Disappointed

     Never in the summer months is electric ever over $45.00.My bill has gone up since I signed with you guys, but don't fret, I'm going to get rid of you, 
    Direct Energy responds July 7th, 2023:
    Good afternoon, Yvonne. We totally understand your concern regarding the high bill on your account and we would like to take a closer look and help you solve this situation. Please feel free to get in contact with us by phone toll-free at 1-888-305-3828, or you can also chat with us at http://ms.spr.ly/DESocial1, for your convenience, we are available Monday-Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. all times are central, we will work diligently to find the best solution to your case. We'll be waiting for you. Have a great weekend! - Marta / Digital Care


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      — L Whitemon
    Scam

     I signed up with verde energy i don't see any difference my bill they promised $100 cashback in two parts the first $50 after first 30 days i did what... 

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    Scam

     I signed up with verde energy i don't see any difference my bill they promised $100 cashback in two parts the first $50 after first 30 days i did what i was suppose to do its been 6 weeks now i haven't received it i called 4 times each time somebody tells me a different story plus now they want to switch me to another company i think are a scam 

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      — Rafael S
    NRG reatail solution another scam

     Total scam. In Chicago they try to sign you up in Menards. They are charging rates twice the amount you would be charged using ComEd. They charge 0... 

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    NRG reatail solution another scam

     Total scam. In Chicago they try to sign you up in Menards. They are charging rates twice the amount you would be charged using ComEd. They charge 0.119 when
    ComEd charges 0.071 per kWH. It 67 % on top of what you should be paying.
    I asked them to provide me with the written contract. Did not get it from the. The bill comes from the ComED. I thought that the ComED is rising the prices but when I called ComED they said that it is a third party provider not them, who is charging me such a higher rates. I never got any letter from them. They just operate the call center and singn poeple in at WalMart, Menrads... This is a total fraud. Lack of transparancy , lack of proper billing. I filed a complain with Illinois Commerce Commision. I was told that people file the complains against NRG Retail Solution with the Illinois Commerce Commision.
    If I did not call ComEd and complained about the higher rates I would be still paying high rates. The cancellation of the contract takes two billing cycles ( two months ).
    They singed you in without your knowledge in one day. 

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      — Please Beware
    Scammers: class action suit needed asap
     This company is a scammer they help put people into debt raising their bill twice higher than your actual gas/electric bill. They double charge you an... 

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    Scammers: class action suit needed asap

     This company is a scammer they help put people into debt raising their bill twice higher than your actual gas/electric bill. They double charge you and reads as a second charge on your bill statement at the bottom. There needs to be a class action lawsuit against this company and lots of people need to be warmed to beware and stand far clear away from them and dont fall for the antics of them trying to give you a free gift card or $100 its not forth debt or stress 

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      — Millie
    Scammers!!!!

     They signed my dad up to their service without content of any kind! Apparently, a letter was sent by ComED to opt out but no letter was received. How ... 

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    Scammers!!!!

     They signed my dad up to their service without content of any kind! Apparently, a letter was sent by ComED to opt out but no letter was received. How is this even legal??? 

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