Electricity rates in Melvindale, MI
Melvindale (10,404 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 Melvindale
| 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
- River Rouge 21.7¢
- Lincoln Park 21.7¢
- Allen Park 21.7¢
- Dearborn 21.7¢
- Ecorse 21.7¢
- Southgate 21.7¢
- Wyandotte 21.7¢
- Taylor 21.7¢
- Dearborn Heights 21.7¢
- Inkster 21.7¢
ZIP codes: 48122
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Melvindale?
Most homes in Melvindale 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 Melvindale?
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 Melvindale, MI?
DTE Electric Company serves Melvindale.
How often does the power go out in Melvindale?
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.