Electricity rates in Colon, MI
Colon (1,159 people, St. Joseph 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 Colon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Midwest Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 20.50¢ | $199 | 29K | 1,012 |
Power outages in St. Joseph County right now
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Outage history in St. Joseph County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 975 | 1,639 |
| Days with outages | 75 | 77 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,750 (24.4%) | 7,034 (36.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-08 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (975 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bronson 21.5¢
- Athens 21.5¢
- Centreville 21.5¢
- Sturgis 21.5¢
- Union City 21.5¢
- Vicksburg 21.5¢
- Three Rivers 21.5¢
- Coldwater 21.5¢
- Schoolcraft 21.5¢
- Constantine 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49040
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Colon?
Most homes in Colon 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 Colon: Midwest Energy Cooperative (20.50¢).
What is the average electric bill in Colon?
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 Colon, MI?
2 utilities serve Colon's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Midwest Energy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Colon?
In 2025, customers in St. Joseph County averaged 27 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 77 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 7,034 customers (36.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.