Berrien County, Michigan Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Berrien County, Michigan Electricity Overview

Renewable fuel usage for electricity production has decreased by 14.47% during the course of the past year in Berrien County.

Berrien County uses non-renewable sources to produce 117.53 megawatt hours per citizen, making them the 136th highest county in the United States for non-renewable production per capita.

Berrien County is the 16th largest producing county in Michigan out of 83 counties when it comes to megawatt hours produced using sustainable fuel types.

Berrien County's average residential electricity rate is 16.24 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 3.31% more than the US average rate of 15.72 cents per kilowatt hour.

In Berrien County, 18,130,061 megawatt hours of electricity are produced from non-renewable fuel types. Berrien County is 28th out of 3221 counties in the United States for total electricity generation from non-renewable sources.

Usage of non-renewable fuels has increased by 2.41% throughout the previous year in Berrien County power generation plants.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,532,841 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    9.94 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    18,134,631 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    4,570 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    18,130,061 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    117.56 MWh

Niles, MI Electricity Overview

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Niles' inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 14.13 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 10.10% below the average nationwide electricity rate of 15.72 cents. The city is ranked 19th in Michigan in total electricity produced from electrical power plants within its borders, with 4,570 megawatt hours produced. The city has a deficiency of 113,963.02 megawatt hours due to residents consuming 2493.72% more electricity than the city generates. This leads to the city having to import extra electricity.

The consumption of electricity in Niles accounts for 51,067,775.29 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 93rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 733rd worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. Approximately 100.00% of Niles' electricity is generated using Conventional Hydroelectric. Niles has the 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 July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.141/kWh$0.130/kWh$127.25/mo.$103.65/mo.
13th14.13¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Niles
639th$127.25Average residential monthly electricity bill for Niles Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Niles, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Midwest Energy & CommunicationsBUNDLED16.29170.57364,84959,440,600
Niles UtilitiesBUNDLED11.9783.9351,755.236,193,965.05

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Benton Harbor, MI Electricity Overview

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Benton Harbor's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 15.82 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 0.63% above the average nationwide rate of 15.72 cents. Indiana Michigan Power has an estimated 17,935 total residential customers, more than all other providers who operate in the city.

The consumption of electricity in Benton Harbor accounts for 40,835,228.78 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 111th largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. Averaging 4,452.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 105th 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 September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.207/kWh$0.099/kWh$189.43/mo.$81.17/mo.
43rd15.82¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Benton Harbor
673rd$133.84Average residential monthly electricity bill for Benton Harbor Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Benton Harbor, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Indiana Michigan PowerBUNDLED15.82133.841,136,218179,715,499

St. Joseph, MI Electricity Overview

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St. Joseph's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 15.82 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 0.63% above the average nationwide rate of 15.72 cents. Indiana Michigan Power has an estimated 18,503 total residential customers, more than all other providers who operate in the city.

The consumption of electricity in St. Joseph accounts for 35,033,429.29 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 127th largest emissions amount in the state out of 746 cities. Averaging 4,452.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 105th 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 September.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.207/kWh$0.099/kWh$189.43/mo.$81.17/mo.
43rd15.82¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of St. Joseph
673rd$133.84Average residential monthly electricity bill for St. Joseph Residents

Electric Companies With Service in St. Joseph, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Indiana Michigan PowerBUNDLED15.82133.841,136,218179,715,499

Electricity Production in Berrien County, Michigan

Power Plants in Berrien County, Michigan

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Berrien County MI Nuclear 18,130,061
French Paper HydroFrench Paper Co (100.00%)
Niles MI Conventional Hydroelectric 4,570

Berrien County, Michigan Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Berrien County results in 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 2929th highest amount of any county in the US. This total also results in a ranking of 81st worst in the state for pollution per person from electricity consumption. The county has the 301st highest power plants of any county in the US, with 2 total plants. Berrien County has roughly 99.97% of its electricity produced from Nuclear.

NUCLEAR
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Nuclear
99.97%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
0.03%

Berrien County, Michigan Net Metering

Approximately 66.67% of the electricity suppliers in Berrien County offer net metering to their consumers. Oftentimes net metering regulations are enforced at the state level, and Michigan has poor regulations for consumers interested in investing in solar panels.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in Berrien County averages out to about 5.29% of the total electricity transmitted by the one company that reports energy loss. The US average is 2.45%, resulting in Berrien County receiving a rank of 2242nd best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

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 2 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 RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Indiana Michigan Power70,576
2Niles Utilities6,415
3Midwest Energy & Communications4,830

Ginalyn Gelera
Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2022-09-27