Residential electricity prices in Downs, IL in February 2026 averaged approximately 17.83 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 1% more than the national average rate of 17.65 ¢/kWh (February 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Downs differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from January 2025 to January 2026 - residential electricity prices in Downs increased approximately 4%, from 15.78 ¢/kWh to 16.36 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Downs 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 Downs natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Downs natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Downs (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 Downs solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Downs 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 village of Downs, IL in McLean County has an approximate population of 1,005. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Downs, IL, or for other information related to utilities in Downs, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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