Electricity rates in Niles, MI
Niles (11,333 people, Berrien County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Indiana Michigan Power Co. pay about 16.68¢/kWh, 21% less than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Niles
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana Michigan Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.68¢ | $138 | 113K | 932 |
| Midwest Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 20.50¢ | $199 | 29K | 1,012 |
Power outages in Berrien County right now
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Outage history in Berrien County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,875 | 5,397 |
| Days with outages | 192 | 166 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,086 (63.1%) | 19,751 (154.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-05-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2,875 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Buchanan 16.7¢
- Berrien Springs 16.7¢
- Edwardsburg 16.7¢
- Dowagiac 21.5¢
- Cassopolis 16.7¢
- Bridgman 16.7¢
- Three Oaks 16.7¢
- Stevensville 16.7¢
- Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert 16.7¢
- Fair Plain 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 49120
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Niles?
Most homes in Niles get power from Indiana Michigan Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.68¢/kWh including all charges. The Michigan average is 21.05¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Niles: Midwest Energy Cooperative (20.50¢).
What is the average electric bill in Niles?
About $138 a month, based on 830 kWh a month (the average for Indiana Michigan Power Co. customers) at 16.68¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Niles, MI?
2 utilities serve Niles's ZIP codes: Indiana Michigan Power Co., Midwest Energy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Niles?
In 2025, customers in Berrien County averaged 89 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 166 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 19,751 customers (154.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.