Electricity rates in Harbor Springs, MI
Harbor Springs (1,201 people, Emmet 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 Harbor Springs
| 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 Emmet County right now
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Outage history in Emmet County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 296 | 6,271 |
| Days with outages | 36 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,740 (9.5%) | 17,248 (59.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-03 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (296 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Petoskey 21.5¢
- Bay Harbor 21.5¢
- Boyne City 21.5¢
- Charlevoix 21.5¢
- Indian River 21.5¢
- East Jordan 21.5¢
- Cheboygan 21.5¢
- Gaylord 21.5¢
- Saint Ignace 14.4¢
- Bellaire 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49740
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Harbor Springs?
Most homes in Harbor Springs 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 Harbor Springs: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Harbor Springs?
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 Harbor Springs, MI?
2 utilities serve Harbor Springs'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 Harbor Springs?
In 2025, customers in Emmet County averaged 104 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 17,248 customers (59.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.