Electricity rates in Shelby, MI
Shelby (74,099 people, Oceana 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 Shelby
| 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 Oceana County right now
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Outage history in Oceana County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 652 | 338 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,254 (40.9%) | 1,723 (9.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-11-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (652 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Utica 21.7¢
- Rochester 21.7¢
- Rochester Hills 21.7¢
- Sterling Heights 21.7¢
- Troy 21.7¢
- Clinton Township 21.7¢
- Romeo 21.7¢
- Mount Clemens 21.7¢
- Fraser 21.7¢
- Auburn Hills 21.7¢
ZIP codes: 49455
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shelby?
Most homes in Shelby 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 Shelby: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shelby?
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 Shelby, MI?
2 utilities serve Shelby'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 Shelby?
In 2025, customers in Oceana County averaged 5 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-27, when 1,723 customers (9.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.