Electricity Cost in Michigan
The average residential electricity rate in Michigan is 22.01¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $198 per month or $2377 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
22.01 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$198.09
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$2377.08
vs national (monthly)
+$32.13
National avg: 18.44¢/kWh
How Michigan Compares
State rate
22.01 ¢/kWh
National average
18.44 ¢/kWh
Difference
+19.4%
Category
higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Michigan costs 19% more than the national average.
- Michigan ranks #14 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Michigan shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
More Data & Comparisons
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City electricity costs in Michigan
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Michigan?
- The average residential electricity rate in Michigan is 22.01 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $198.09.
- Is electricity in Michigan cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Michigan costs about $32.13 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Michigan?
- At the average rate of 22.01¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $198.09 per month, or about $2377.08 per year.