Branch County, MI: Electric Rates, Bills & Providers

Branch County, Michigan Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Branch County, Michigan Electricity Overview

Branch County has a population of 44,677 residents.

Branch County averages 0.13 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 1478th highest in the nation.

Branch County is the 58 largest generator of megawatt hours per capita out of 83 counties in Michigan, with a population of 44,677 and recent annual megawatt hour production of 7,961.

The 1,948 megawatt hours of electricity produced by non-renewable fuel types places Branch County at 986th out of 3230 counties in the United States in non-renewable energy production.

Branch County had a 18.36% drop in CO2 emissions per capita over the past year.

Branch County's average residential price per kilowatt hour is 16.15% more than the nationwide average rate, at 18.60 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 16.01 cents.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    434,234 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    9.72 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    7,961 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    6,013 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    1,948 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.18 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    179,459,678 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,016.82 kg

Coldwater, MI Electricity Overview

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On average, Coldwater's residential electricity price is 16.28 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 12.90% less than the state's average price of 18.70 cents. Coldwater Board of Public Utilities is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $99.78 per month.

Coldwater is the 80th worst ranked city in Michigan out of 746 when it comes to total emissions from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 55,479,528.36 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. More telling of the city's emissions reality is the per citizen CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 4,030.77 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in them being the 716th ranked city in the state for CO2 emissions released per capita. The city is home to 2 power generation plants, which is the 5th most out of any city in Michigan. Coldwater's power plants most often use Solar, which accounts for 50.38% of the fuel sources used for electricity production in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Coldwater

Coldwater residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.196/kWh$0.151/kWh$168.59/mo.$81.93/mo.
64th16.28¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Coldwater
68th$99.78Average residential monthly electricity bill for Coldwater Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Coldwater, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Coldwater Board of Public UtilitiesBUNDLED13.5882.641,94843,6055,923,000
Consumers EnergyBUNDLED18.85116.9912,301,048.62,319,023,416
Spartan Renewable EnergyENERGY
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY

Bronson, MI Electricity Overview

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On average, Bronson's residential electricity price is 18.82 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 0.67% higher than the state's average price of 18.70 cents. The largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Consumers Energy.

Bronson is the 299th worst ranked city in Michigan out of 746 when it comes to total emissions from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 8,475,961.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per capita, which is 4,065.21 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This calculation ranks Bronson as the 616th highest polluting city in the state. Since there is no electricity production occurring within the city limits, electricity providers who service Bronson must source the megawatt hours they need each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Bronson

Bronson residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.196/kWh$0.151/kWh$168.59/mo.$81.93/mo.
324th18.82¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Bronson
368th$115.89Average residential monthly electricity bill for Bronson Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Bronson, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Consumers EnergyBUNDLED18.85116.9912,301,048.62,319,023,416
Spartan Renewable EnergyENERGY
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY

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Union City, MI Electricity Overview

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On average, Union City's residential electricity price is 15.51 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 17.03% lower than the state's average price of 18.70 cents. This makes the city 40th out of 746 cities in Michigan for best average electricity rate. Union City, Michigan Electric Utility is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $101.52 per month.

Union City is the 334th worst ranked city in Michigan out of 746 when it comes to total emissions from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 6,906,790.55 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per capita, which is 4,065.21 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This calculation ranks Union City as the 286th highest polluting city in the state. Since there is no electricity production occurring within the city limits, electricity providers who service Union City must source the megawatt hours they need each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Union City

Union City residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.196/kWh$0.151/kWh$168.59/mo.$81.93/mo.
40th15.51¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Union City
73rd$101.52Average residential monthly electricity bill for Union City Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Union City, Michigan

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Consumers EnergyBUNDLED18.85116.9912,301,048.62,319,023,416
Spartan Renewable EnergyENERGY
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY
Union City, Michigan Electric UtilityBUNDLED12.2087.1510,883.051,328,134.38

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Electricity Production in Branch County, Michigan

Power Plants in Branch County, Michigan

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Angola Solar, LLCAngola Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Branch County MI Solar 4,035
DG AMP Solar ColdwaterNextEra Energy (100.00%)
Coldwater MI Solar 1,978
Coldwater MI Natural Gas 1,9481,168,062.84599.62

Branch County, Michigan Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Branch County's electricity consumption results in CO2 pollution totaling 179,459,677.74 kilograms, which is the 1257th highest amount of any county in the US. More telling of the county's pollution reality is the per capita CO2 emission amount. Currently that amount stands at 4,016.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in the county being the 1916th ranked county in the US for CO2 emissions released per capita. The county has 3 power plants, which is 28th highest in the state. Branch County's fuel of choice is Solar, with 75.53% of electricity production using this fuel source.

SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
75.53%
NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
24.47%

Branch County, Michigan Net Metering

Approximately 20.00% of the electricity companies in Branch County offer net metering to their consumers. Regulations put in place at the state level are bad for consumers interested in installing solar or other alternative electricity generation sources.

Energy Loss

The 2 companies in Branch County who report energy loss data had an average of 3.81% of electricity generated lost due to heat dissipation or other causes during transmission. With a state average energy loss of 3.44%, Branch County is ranked as the 9th best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Branch County:

  • Bronson, Michigan:
    • Consumers Energy: 100.00%
  • Coldwater, Michigan:
    • Consumers Energy: 51.56%
    • Coldwater Board of Public Utilities: 48.44%
  • Montgomery, Michigan:
    • Consumers Energy: 100.00%
  • Quincy, Michigan:
    • Consumers Energy: 100.00%
  • Sherwood, Michigan:
    • Consumers Energy: 100.00%
  • Union City, Michigan:
    • Union City, Michigan Electric Utility: 50.00%
    • Consumers Energy: 50.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are located within Branch County, Michigan?

Branch County, Michigan is home to 3 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Branch County, Michigan?

The largest electricity provider in Branch County, Michigan by megawatt hours sold is Consumers Energy.

How many electric companies offer service in Branch County, Michigan?

Branch County, Michigan has 5 electricity companies offering service in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Branch County, Michigan?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Consumers Energy31,836
2Coldwater Board of Public Utilities7,431
3Union City, Michigan Electric Utility1,458
4Strategic Energy LLC10

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2023-12-06