Residential electricity prices in Benton, IL in March 2026 averaged approximately 18.86 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 0% more than the national average rate of 18.83 ¢/kWh (March 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Benton differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from February 2025 to February 2026 - residential electricity prices in Benton increased approximately 8%, from 16.47 ¢/kWh to 17.83 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Benton in February 2026 averaged 11.40 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 24% less than the national average rate of 15.07 $/Mcf (February 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Benton natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Benton natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Benton (Illinois) increased approximately 18%, from 8.18 $/Mcf (January 2025) to 9.65 $/Mcf (January 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Benton solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Benton levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The city of Benton, IL in Franklin County has an approximate population of 7,087. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Benton, IL, or for other information related to utilities in Benton, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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