Electricity rates in Frankfort, MI
Frankfort (1,283 people, Benzie 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 Frankfort
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Cherryland Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 18.19¢ | $129 | 36K | 100 |
Power outages in Benzie County right now
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Outage history in Benzie County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 275 | 1,142 |
| Days with outages | 58 | 57 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,648 (17.3%) | 4,310 (45.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-27 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (275 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Manistee 21.5¢
- Greilickville 21.5¢
- Traverse City 21.5¢
- Kingsley 21.5¢
- Manton 21.5¢
- Elk Rapids 21.5¢
- Scottville 21.5¢
- Ludington 21.5¢
- Cadillac 21.5¢
- Rapid City 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49635
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Frankfort?
Most homes in Frankfort 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 Frankfort: Cherryland Electric Co-op (18.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Frankfort?
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 Frankfort, MI?
2 utilities serve Frankfort's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Cherryland Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Frankfort?
In 2025, customers in Benzie County averaged 19 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 57 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 4,310 customers (45.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.