Electricity rates in Sparta, MI
Sparta (4,311 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 Sparta
| 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
- Kent City 21.5¢
- Belmont 21.5¢
- Rockford 21.5¢
- Comstock Park 21.5¢
- Cedar Springs 21.5¢
- Northview 21.5¢
- Walker 21.5¢
- Ravenna 21.5¢
- Coopersville 21.5¢
- Grand Rapids 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49345
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sparta?
Most homes in Sparta 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 Sparta: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sparta?
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 Sparta, MI?
2 utilities serve Sparta'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 Sparta?
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.