Electricity rates in West Branch, MI
West Branch (2,067 people, Ogemaw 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 West Branch
| 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 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
- Saint Helen 21.5¢
- Skidway Lake 21.5¢
- Prudenville 21.5¢
- Roscommon 21.5¢
- Gladwin 21.5¢
- Standish 21.5¢
- Houghton Lake 21.5¢
- Mio 21.5¢
- Sand Lake 21.5¢
- Beaverton 21.5¢
ZIP codes: 48661
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Branch?
Most homes in West Branch 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 West Branch: Great Lakes Energy Co-op (21.38¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Branch?
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 West Branch, MI?
2 utilities serve West Branch'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 West Branch?
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.