Welcome to URate Illinois
We’re new to Illinois — but ABC Energy has been helping businesses since 2009. Now we bring commercial electric rate savings to Ameren & ComEd customers with our URate tool. ABC Energy works with over 90 ESCOs nationally to help you find the best rates.
Compare Rates with URate Call Us: 866-497-2041Why URate Works
- ✔️ You stay with your current utility — only the rate changes
- ✔️ Compare real-time supplier rates in seconds
- ✔️ Trusted by over 30,000 customers nationwide
Compare and Save
| Utility | Price to Compare (PTC) | URate Starts At | Estimated Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren | 12.18¢/kWh | 9.91¢/kWh | Up to 19% |
| ComEd | 10.04¢/kWh | 9.69¢/kWh | Over 3% |
📘 Rate Classes, Zones & What They Mean
Rate classes and zones define how your utility charges for electricity and help determine the right URate plan for your business.
- Ameren Service Class: Found on page 1 of your bill, labeled D-2, DS-3, etc. It identifies whether you're a small or medium commercial account.
- Ameren Zone: Zones A–D determine regional rate pricing. Found under the Delivery Service Charges section.
- ComEd Rate Class: Includes Watt-Hour (small usage), Small (below 100 kW), and Medium (100–400 kW). Shown in the Rate section of the ComEd bill.
- ESCO Check: If your bill shows another supplier in the supply section, you may already have an ESCO — but can still switch penalty-free in many cases.
- Account Number: Required to enroll. 10–12 digits, found near the top of your utility bill.
- Usage: Most plans assume usage in kWh/year for electric or therms/year for gas. This can be found in the usage summary or meter detail.
How It Works
- Enter your ZIP code
- Compare live supplier offers
- Select your plan and start saving
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I still get billed by my utility? Yes. Your delivery and billing remain with Ameren or ComEd. URate only updates your supply rate.
- How often do rates change? Rates vary daily and are based on ZIP code, usage, and plan terms.
- Can I cancel? Most plans offer early termination flexibility or low/no fees — check each plan's terms during enrollment.
- Can I use URate for gas too? Yes — URate supports both electric and gas in most IL utility territories.
Important – Please Read
Notice: Summer electricity costs across Illinois surged due to capacity-price spikes—Ameren saw 18–22% increases; ComEd reported ~10% hikes. Lock in lower rates now.
- Rates reflect July 15, 2025 market data and may change daily based on ZIP, usage, and market conditions.
- You stay with your utility for delivery, billing, and outages — only the supply rate changes.
- ABC Energy works with over 90 ESCOs nationally.