Electricity rates in Sand Lake, MI
Sand Lake (1,412 people, Kent 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 Sand Lake
| 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 Kent County right now
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Outage history in Kent County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 322 | 223 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 46,535 (11.2%) | 24,324 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-03-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (322 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tawas City 21.5¢
- East Tawas 21.5¢
- Au Sable 21.5¢
- Skidway Lake 21.5¢
- Standish 21.5¢
- West Branch 21.5¢
- Hubbard Lake 21.5¢
- Mio 21.5¢
- Pinconning 21.5¢
- Saint Helen 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49343
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sand Lake?
Most homes in Sand Lake 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 Sand Lake: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sand Lake?
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 Sand Lake, MI?
2 utilities serve Sand Lake'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 Sand Lake?
In 2025, customers in Kent County averaged 3 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-31, when 24,324 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.