Electricity rates in Standish, MI
Standish (1,452 people, Arenac 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 Standish
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Arenac County right now
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Outage history in Arenac County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,297 | 756 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,626 (46.9%) | 3,219 (32.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-28 | 2025-07-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,297 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pinconning 21.5¢
- Skidway Lake 21.5¢
- West Branch 21.5¢
- Essexville 21.5¢
- Gladwin 21.5¢
- Auburn 21.5¢
- Sand Lake 21.5¢
- Beaverton 21.5¢
- Bay City 16.1¢
- Midland 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 48658
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Standish?
Most homes in Standish 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 Standish?
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 Standish, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves Standish.
How often does the power go out in Standish?
In 2025, customers in Arenac County averaged 12 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-24, when 3,219 customers (32.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.