Electricity rates in East Grand Rapids, MI
East Grand Rapids (11,311 people, Kent County) is served by Consumers Energy Co.. Homes on Consumers Energy Co. pay about 21.48¢/kWh, 2% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving East Grand Rapids
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Kent County right now
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Outage history in Kent County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 322 | 223 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 46,535 (11.2%) | 24,324 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (322 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Grand Rapids 21.5¢
- Wyoming 21.5¢
- Kentwood 21.5¢
- Forest Hills 21.5¢
- Northview 21.5¢
- Comstock Park 21.5¢
- Cutlerville 21.5¢
- Grandville 21.5¢
- Walker 21.5¢
- Belmont 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49501, 49506, 49507
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Grand Rapids?
Most homes in East Grand Rapids 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in East Grand Rapids?
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 East Grand Rapids, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves East Grand Rapids.
How often does the power go out in East Grand Rapids?
In 2025, customers in Kent County averaged 3 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 24,324 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.