Electricity rates in Richmond, MI
Richmond (5,864 people, Macomb 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 Richmond
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DTE Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 21.67¢ | $135 | 2.08M | 192 |
Power outages in Macomb County right now
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Outage history in Macomb County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 433 | 138 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 42,868 (10.6%) | 7,292 (1.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-08-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (433 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Memphis 21.7¢
- Armada 21.7¢
- New Baltimore 21.7¢
- Romeo 21.7¢
- Saint Clair 21.7¢
- Marine City 21.7¢
- Pearl Beach 21.7¢
- Marysville 21.7¢
- Mount Clemens 21.7¢
- Capac 21.7¢
ZIP codes: 48062
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Richmond?
Most homes in Richmond 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 Richmond?
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 Richmond, MI?
DTE Electric Company serves Richmond.
How often does the power go out in Richmond?
In 2025, customers in Macomb County averaged 2 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-13, when 7,292 customers (1.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.