Electricity rates in Decatur, MI
Decatur (1,767 people, Van Buren County) is served by 3 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 Decatur
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Indiana Michigan Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.68¢ | $138 | 113K | 932 |
| Midwest Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 20.50¢ | $199 | 29K | 1,012 |
Power outages in Van Buren County right now
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Outage history in Van Buren County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,168 | 3,277 |
| Days with outages | 122 | 112 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,511 (23.8%) | 19,203 (101.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-05-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,168 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lawton 21.5¢
- Paw Paw 21.5¢
- Marcellus 16.7¢
- Dowagiac 21.5¢
- Hartford 21.5¢
- Mattawan 21.5¢
- Cassopolis 16.7¢
- Watervliet 16.7¢
- Bangor 21.5¢
- Paw Paw Lake 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 49045
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Decatur?
Most homes in Decatur 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 Decatur: Indiana Michigan Power Co. (16.68¢), Midwest Energy Cooperative (20.50¢).
What is the average electric bill in Decatur?
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 Decatur, MI?
3 utilities serve Decatur's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Indiana Michigan Power Co., Midwest Energy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Decatur?
In 2025, customers in Van Buren County averaged 54 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 112 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 19,203 customers (101.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.