Electricity rates in Baraga, MI
Baraga (1,996 people, Baraga County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Upper Peninsula Power Company pay about 28.54¢/kWh, 36% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Baraga
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Peninsula Power Company | Investor-owned utility | 28.54¢ | $127 | 48K | 446 |
| Village of Baraga | Municipal utility | 17.18¢ | $79 | 557 | — |
Power outages in Baraga County right now
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Outage history in Baraga County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 165 | 344 |
| Days with outages | 14 | 14 |
| Most customers out at once | 492 (10.2%) | 877 (18.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-23 | 2025-11-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (165 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- L'Anse 28.5¢
- Atlantic Mine 28.5¢
- Dollar Bay 28.5¢
- Houghton 28.5¢
- Hancock 28.5¢
- Laurium 28.5¢
- Ontonagon 28.5¢
- West Ishpeming 28.5¢
- Ishpeming 28.5¢
- Negaunee 28.5¢
ZIP codes: 49908
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Baraga?
Most homes in Baraga get power from Upper Peninsula Power Company, where residential customers pay an average of 28.54¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Baraga: Village of Baraga (17.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Baraga?
About $128 a month, based on 447 kWh a month (the average for Upper Peninsula Power Company customers) at 28.54¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Baraga, MI?
2 utilities serve Baraga's ZIP codes: Upper Peninsula Power Company, Village of Baraga. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Baraga?
In 2025, customers in Baraga County averaged 5 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 14 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-27, when 877 customers (18.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.