Electricity rates in Bessemer, MI
Bessemer (1,770 people, Gogebic County) is served by Northern States Power Co.. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 15.40¢/kWh, 27% less than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Bessemer
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 15.40¢ | $93 | 7,567 | 738 |
Power outages in Gogebic County right now
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Outage history in Gogebic County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 210 | 2,632 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,645 (22.2%) | 5,600 (75.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-26 | 2025-11-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (210 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wakefield 28.5¢
- Ironwood 15.4¢
- Ontonagon 28.5¢
- Iron River 28.5¢
- Baraga 28.5¢
- L'Anse 28.5¢
- Atlantic Mine 28.5¢
- Hancock 28.5¢
- Houghton 28.5¢
- Dollar Bay 28.5¢
ZIP codes: 49911
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bessemer?
Most homes in Bessemer get power from Northern States Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 15.40¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bessemer?
About $93 a month, based on 601 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co. customers) at 15.40¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bessemer, MI?
Northern States Power Co. serves Bessemer.
How often does the power go out in Bessemer?
In 2025, customers in Gogebic County averaged 43 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-26, when 5,600 customers (75.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.