Electricity rates in Baldwin, MI
Baldwin (1,159 people, Lake County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Consumers Energy Co. pay about 21.48¢/kWh, 2% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Baldwin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Great Lakes Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.38¢ | $135 | 123K | 4,401 |
Power outages in Lake County right now
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Outage history in Lake County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,166 | 1,400 |
| Days with outages | 94 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,076 (65.9%) | 6,361 (68.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-27 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,166 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Reed City 21.5¢
- Scottville 21.5¢
- Big Rapids 21.5¢
- White Cloud 21.5¢
- Hart 21.5¢
- Evart 21.5¢
- Ludington 21.5¢
- Fremont 21.5¢
- Cadillac 21.5¢
- Newaygo 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49304
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Baldwin?
Most homes in Baldwin 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Baldwin: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Baldwin?
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 Baldwin, MI?
2 utilities serve Baldwin's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Great Lakes Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Baldwin?
In 2025, customers in Lake County averaged 23 hr 20 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 6,361 customers (68.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.