Electricity rates in Union City, MI
Union City (1,584 people, Branch 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 Union City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.48¢ | $139 | 1.66M | 820 |
Power outages in Branch County right now
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Outage history in Branch County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 225 | 596 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,174 (13.6%) | 4,117 (13.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-01 | 2025-03-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (225 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Athens 21.5¢
- Coldwater 21.5¢
- Colon 21.5¢
- Bronson 21.5¢
- Quincy 21.5¢
- Lakeview 21.5¢
- Marshall 21.5¢
- Brownlee Park 21.5¢
- Battle Creek 21.5¢
- Homer 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 49094
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Union City?
Most homes in Union City 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 Union City?
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 Union City, MI?
Consumers Energy Co. serves Union City.
How often does the power go out in Union City?
In 2025, customers in Branch County averaged 9 hr 56 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-29, when 4,117 customers (13.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.