Electricity rates in Coldwater, MI
Coldwater (10,844 people, Branch 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 Coldwater
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Coldwater Board of Public Util | Municipal utility | 16.42¢ | $98 | 6,420 | 310 |
Power outages in Branch County right now
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Outage history in Branch County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 225 | 596 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,174 (13.6%) | 4,117 (13.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-01 | 2025-03-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (225 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Quincy 21.5¢
- Bronson 21.5¢
- Union City 21.5¢
- Litchfield 21.5¢
- Reading 21.5¢
- Athens 21.5¢
- Colon 21.5¢
- Homer 21.5¢
- Jonesville 21.5¢
- Hillsdale 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49036
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Coldwater?
Most homes in Coldwater 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 Coldwater: Coldwater Board of Public Util (16.42¢).
What is the average electric bill in Coldwater?
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 Coldwater, MI?
2 utilities serve Coldwater's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Coldwater Board of Public Util. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Coldwater?
In 2025, customers in Branch County averaged 9 hr 56 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-29, when 4,117 customers (13.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.