Setting up utilities in Champaign
In Champaign, Ameren delivers electricity, Ameren Illinois delivers gas, Illinois American Water runs water, and the Urbana & Champaign Sanitary District handles sewer.
Your utilities in Champaign
Who to call for each service in Champaign, and how to start it.
Electric
Ameren
The electric company for central and southern Illinois.
To start: Ameren asks for your Social Security number to start service, to help protect customers from fraud. If you don’t have a Social Security number, you can call Ameren to arrange another proof of identity instead.
Gas
Ameren Illinois
Ameren Illinois is a regulated electric and natural gas delivery company.
To start: Apply online with your Social Security number (without one, contact Ameren to arrange proof of identification); your electricity must be on before gas is turned on, and a new customer may need a deposit if their credit score is below Ameren’s threshold.
Water
Illinois American Water
Illinois American Water serves 148 communities in Illinois.
To start: Start your service online; it takes just a few minutes.
Sewer
Urbana & Champaign Sanitary District
UCSD treats wastewater for Urbana, Champaign and two villages.
Trash & recycling
The City does not collect trash or recycling; licensed private haulers manage all solid waste in Champaign.
What Champaign homes pay for electricity
This is Ameren’s average for the homes it serves. Your own bill depends on your home’s size and how you heat it.
$153
Ameren’s average home bill, per month
17.4¢
Ameren’s average price per kilowatt-hour (kWh)
FAQ
Questions about moving to Champaign
Sources: Ameren, Ameren Illinois, Illinois American Water, Urbana & Champaign Sanitary District, EIA.
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