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Senior Citizen Discount

The income-qualified Senior Citizen Discount Rate represents a 10% discount on the electric rate that would normally apply. Read on to learn how you can be a part of the program.


How can I be a part of the Senior Citizen Discount Program?

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be 62 years or older
  • Must have CWLP electric service in their name
  • Must have a total household income not exceeding 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
    (In 2026, the maximum qualifying income is $47,880 for a single-person household and $64,920 for a multi-person household.)

Eligible CWLP customers can sign up for the Senior Citizen Discount at the CWLP Customer Service Office at Municipal Center West - 300 S. 7th Street - Room 101. Be sure to bring one of the following documents to prove your age:

  • Valid Driver's License
  • State of Illinois ID Card
  • Birth Certificate
  • Medicare Card

Also bring all applicable documents to prove your income eligibility:

  • Wage Statements
  • Federal Income Tax Form 1040 (most recent filing year)
  • Social Security benefit statement
  • Retirement/Pension Information
  • Interest/Dividend Income Statements
  • Benefit Access Application



Applicants can also print CWLP’s online application and submit with a copies of the required documents noted above, to the following address.

Senior Citizen Discount
CWLP Customer Service Office, Room 101
Municipal Center West
Springfield, IL 62701

Senior Citizen Discount Form