Electricity rates in Fremont, MI
Fremont (4,036 people, Newaygo 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 Fremont
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
| Great Lakes Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.38¢ | $135 | 123K | 4,401 |
Power outages in Newaygo County right now
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Outage history in Newaygo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 619 | 741 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,153 (22.3%) | 7,613 (23.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (619 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Newaygo 21.5¢
- White Cloud 21.5¢
- Twin Lake 21.5¢
- Wolf Lake 21.5¢
- Lakewood Club 21.5¢
- Ravenna 21.5¢
- Kent City 21.5¢
- Whitehall 21.5¢
- Montague 21.5¢
- North Muskegon 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49412, 49413
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fremont?
Most homes in Fremont 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 Fremont: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fremont?
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 Fremont, MI?
2 utilities serve Fremont's ZIP codes: Consumers Energy Co., Great Lakes Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fremont?
In 2025, customers in Newaygo County averaged 12 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 7,613 customers (23.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.