Electricity rates in Reading, MI
Reading (1,056 people, Hillsdale County) is served by Consumers Energy Co.. Homes on Consumers Energy Co. pay about 21.48¢/kWh, 2% more than the Michigan average.
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Electric companies serving Reading
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Hillsdale County right now
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Outage history in Hillsdale County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 167 | 336 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,649 (5.3%) | 3,290 (10.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-10 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (167 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hillsdale 21.5¢
- Quincy 21.5¢
- Jonesville 21.5¢
- Litchfield 21.5¢
- Coldwater 21.5¢
- Hudson 21.5¢
- Homer 21.5¢
- Bronson 21.5¢
- Concord 21.5¢
- Union City 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49274
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Reading?
Most homes in Reading 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Reading?
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 Reading, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves Reading.
How often does the power go out in Reading?
In 2025, customers in Hillsdale County averaged 5 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 3,290 customers (10.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.