Electricity rates in Auburn, MI
Auburn (2,113 people, Bay County) is served by Consumers Energy Co.. Homes on Consumers Energy Co. pay about 21.48¢/kWh, 2% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Auburn
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Bay County right now
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Outage history in Bay County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 362 | 201 |
| Days with outages | 26 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,337 (12.6%) | 5,585 (8.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-27 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (362 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Freeland 21.5¢
- Midland 21.5¢
- Bay City 16.1¢
- Saginaw Township North 21.5¢
- Essexville 21.5¢
- Zilwaukee 21.5¢
- Carrollton 21.5¢
- Shields 21.5¢
- Saginaw 21.5¢
- Buena Vista 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 48611
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Auburn?
Most homes in Auburn get power from Consumers Energy Co., where residential customers pay an average of 21.48¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Auburn?
About $139 a month, based on 649 kWh a month (the average for Consumers Energy Co. customers) at 21.48¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Auburn, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves Auburn.
How often does the power go out in Auburn?
In 2025, customers in Bay County averaged 3 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 5,585 customers (8.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.