Electricity rates in Skidway Lake, MI
Skidway Lake (3,392 people, Ogemaw 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 Skidway Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Ogemaw County right now
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Outage history in Ogemaw County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,612 | 1,692 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,664 (48.5%) | 5,606 (48%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-07-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,612 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Branch 21.5¢
- Standish 21.5¢
- Sand Lake 21.5¢
- Saint Helen 21.5¢
- Pinconning 21.5¢
- Gladwin 21.5¢
- Tawas City 21.5¢
- East Tawas 21.5¢
- Beaverton 21.5¢
- Prudenville 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 48756
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Skidway Lake?
Most homes in Skidway 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Skidway 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 Skidway Lake, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves Skidway Lake.
How often does the power go out in Skidway Lake?
In 2025, customers in Ogemaw County averaged 28 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-24, when 5,606 customers (48%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.