Electricity rates in Caro, MI
Caro (4,099 people, Tuscola County) is served by DTE Electric Company. Homes on DTE Electric Company pay about 21.67¢/kWh, 3% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Caro
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTE Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 21.67¢ | $135 | 2.08M | 192 |
Power outages in Tuscola County right now
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Outage history in Tuscola County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 459 | 501 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,774 (16.7%) | 1,827 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-04-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (459 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Vassar 21.7¢
- Cass City 21.7¢
- Reese 21.7¢
- Millington 21.7¢
- Sebewaing 21.7¢
- Kilmanagh 21.7¢
- Marlette 21.7¢
- Frankenmuth 21.5¢
- North Branch 21.7¢
- Barnes Lake-Millers Lake 21.7¢
ZIP codes: 48723
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Caro?
Most homes in Caro get power from DTE Electric Company, where residential customers pay an average of 21.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Caro?
About $135 a month, based on 623 kWh a month (the average for DTE Electric Company customers) at 21.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Caro, MI?
DTE Electric Company serves Caro.
How often does the power go out in Caro?
In 2025, customers in Tuscola County averaged 8 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-11, when 1,827 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.