Electricity rates in Hamtramck, MI
Hamtramck (22,002 people, Wayne County) is served by DTE Electric Company. Homes on DTE Electric Company pay about 21.67¢/kWh, 3% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Hamtramck
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTE Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 21.67¢ | $135 | 2.08M | 192 |
Power outages in Wayne County right now
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Outage history in Wayne County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 684 | 234 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 70,919 (16.1%) | 11,699 (2.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-06-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (684 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Highland Park 21.7¢
- Detroit 21.7¢
- Hazel Park 21.7¢
- Grosse Pointe Park 21.7¢
- Ferndale 21.7¢
- Center Line 21.7¢
- Harper Woods 21.7¢
- Warren 21.7¢
- Madison Heights 21.7¢
- Grosse Pointe 21.7¢
ZIP codes: 48212
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hamtramck?
Most homes in Hamtramck get power from DTE Electric Company, where residential customers pay an average of 21.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hamtramck?
About $135 a month, based on 623 kWh a month (the average for DTE Electric Company customers) at 21.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hamtramck, MI?
DTE Electric Company serves Hamtramck.
How often does the power go out in Hamtramck?
In 2025, customers in Wayne County averaged 3 hr 54 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-27, when 11,699 customers (2.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.