Berrien County, Michigan Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Berrien County, Michigan Electricity Overview
There has been a 6.53% increase in the use of non-renewable fuel sources throughout the past year in Berrien County.
The largest electricity supplier in Berrien County by total customers is Indiana Michigan Power.
Berrien County is the 16th largest county in the state.
Berrien County generates 99.55% of its electricity from non-renewable fuel sources, giving it a ranking of 31st out of 3221 counties in the nation for total electricity generation from non-renewable sources.
Renewable electricity sources account for 0.45%, or 81,025 megawatt hours, of Berrien County's total energy generation, giving the county a ranking of 950th in the United States for total megawatt hours from sustainable sources.
With 5,617 megawatt hours generated from solar, Berrien County is 636th out of 3221 counties in the nation for solar power electricity production.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
1,543,592 MWh
Consumption per Capita
10 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
18,136,456 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
81,025 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
18,055,431 MWh
Production per Capita
117.53 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
1,347,752 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
8.73 kg
Niles, MI Electricity Overview

Niles' inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 13.15 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 9.08% below the average nationwide electricity rate of 14.46 cents. With annual production of 5,071 megawatt hours, the city is the 35th highest generator of electricity in the state. There is a deficiency of 114,842.59 megawatt hours in the city because of residents consuming 2264.69% more electricity than the city generates.
The consumption of electricity in Niles accounts for 56,713,397.39 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 92nd largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 721st worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. Approximately 100.00% of Niles' electricity is generated using Conventional Hydroelectric. Niles has the 5th most power generation plants of any city in Michigan, with 2 total plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Niles
Niles residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Niles, Michigan
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Midwest Energy & Communications | BUNDLED | 14.70 | 157.24 | 370,969 | 54,529,700 | |
Niles Utilities | BUNDLED | 11.60 | 77.81 | 48,911.64 | 5,671,318.37 |
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Benton Harbor, MI Electricity Overview

Benton Harbor's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 10.74% above the average nationwide rate of 14.46 cents. Residents in the city have an average monthly residential power bill of $141.02. This is 8.60% above the nationwide average bill of $129.86. Indiana Michigan Power is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.
The consumption of electricity in Benton Harbor accounts for 44,966,480.81 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 112th largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. Averaging 4,939.74 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 95th worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Benton Harbor, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Benton Harbor
Benton Harbor residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Benton Harbor, Michigan
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Indiana Michigan Power | BUNDLED | 16.01 | 141.02 | 1,184,564 | 189,693,750 |
St. Joseph, MI Electricity Overview

St. Joseph's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 10.74% above the average nationwide rate of 14.46 cents. Residents in the city have an average monthly residential power bill of $141.02. This is 8.60% above the nationwide average bill of $129.86. Indiana Michigan Power is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.
The consumption of electricity in St. Joseph accounts for 38,806,621.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 125th largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. Averaging 4,939.74 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 21st worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in St. Joseph, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in St. Joseph
St. Joseph residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in St. Joseph, Michigan
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Indiana Michigan Power | BUNDLED | 16.01 | 141.02 | 1,184,564 | 189,693,750 |
Electricity Production in Berrien County, Michigan
Power Plants in Berrien County, Michigan
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Donald C CookIndiana Michigan Power (100.00%) | Berrien County | MI | Nuclear | 18,055,431 | ||||
Berrien SpringsIndiana Michigan Power (100.00%) | Berrien County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 27,589 | ||||
WatervlietEDL Inc (100.00%) | Berrien County | MI | Landfill Gas | 27,259 | 15,835,424.26 | 580.92 | ||
Buchanan (MI)Indiana Michigan Power (100.00%) | Berrien County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 15,489 | ||||
Watervliet PVIndiana Michigan Power (100.00%) | Berrien County | MI | Solar | 5,617 | ||||
French Paper HydroFrench Paper Co (100.00%) | Niles | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 5,071 |
Berrien County, Michigan Details
Emitting 1,347,751.72 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Berrien County ranks 80th worst out of 83 counties in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county averages 8.73 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is a better measurement of the county's emission levels. They rank 80th highest in the state in this category. Electricity plants in the county primarily use Nuclear, which makes up 99.55% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in the county. Secondary fuels used during electricity production include Conventional Hydroelectric at 0.27% and Landfill Gas at 0.15% of generation. Berrien County has 6 electricity producing plants in the county. This is the 362nd most power plants within a county.
Providers In Each City in Berrien County:
- Baroda, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Benton Harbor, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Berrien Springs, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Bridgman, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Buchanan, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Coloma, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Eau Claire, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Galien, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Grand Beach, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Michiana, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- New Buffalo, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Niles, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 50.00%
- Niles Utilities: 50.00%
- Shoreham, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- St. Joseph, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Stevensville, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Three Oaks, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
- Watervliet, Michigan:
- Indiana Michigan Power: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
How many power plants are located in Berrien County, Michigan?
Berrien County, Michigan has 6 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Berrien County, Michigan?
The largest electricity supplier in Berrien County, Michigan by total customer count is Indiana Michigan Power.
How many electric companies offer service in Berrien County, Michigan?
Berrien County, Michigan has 3 electricity providers operating in the area.
Which electricity companies offer service in Berrien County, Michigan?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Indiana Michigan Power | 27,727 |
2 | Niles Utilities | 6,335 |
3 | Midwest Energy & Communications | 4,879 |