Iron County, Michigan Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Iron County, Michigan Electricity Overview
Iron County has emissions of 0 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 2957th worst polluting county in the country by per capita emissions.
Iron County has the 1336th highest electricity production in the US out of 3230 counties, generating 117,793 megawatt hours.
During the last 12 months Iron County had a 31.35% increase in hydroelectric power production.
Iron County is home to 11,580 citizens and its power generating plants generate 117,793 megawatt hours of electricity each year, for a generation per capita average of 10.17 megawatt hours per capita.
Over 100.00% of Iron County's electricity generation comes from renewable fuel types, putting Iron County at 19th in the state for total sustainable electricity production.
Iron County generates 100.00% of its electricity from renewable fuel types, or 10.17 megawatt hours per citizen a year.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
112,916 MWh
Consumption per Capita
9.75 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
117,793 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
117,793 MWh
Production per Capita
10.17 MWh
Recent Energy News in Iron River
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Residential Electricity Prices
- In Iron River, the residential electricity rate national rank dropped by 3,319 positions to 23,695th, from last year's value of 20,376th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average residential electricity rate national rank increased by 307 positions to 23,055th, from last year's value of 23,362nd
- In Iron River, the residential electricity rate state rank dropped by 603 positions to 666th, from last year's value of 63rd
- In Iron River, the residential electricity rate national rank dropped by 371 positions to 23,695th, from last month's value of 23,324th
- In Iron River, the residential electricity rate increased by 16.26% to 21.26 ¢ / kWh, from last year's value of 18.28 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average residential electricity rate national rank dropped by 6 positions to 23,055th, from last month's value of 23,049th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average residential electricity rate state rank increased by 3 positions to 663rd, from last year's value of 666th
- In Iron River, the residential electricity rate increased by 4.39% to 21.26 ¢ / kWh, from last month's value of 20.36 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average residential electricity rate increased by 1.24% to 20.17 ¢ / kWh, from last month's value of 19.93 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average residential electricity rate decreased by 0.82% to 20.17 ¢ / kWh, from last year's value of 20.34 ¢ / kWh
Commercial Electricity Prices
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill national rank dropped by 4,082 positions to 9,674th, from last year's value of 5,592nd
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average commercial electricity bill national rank increased by 514 positions to 5,414th, from last year's value of 5,928th
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill national rank increased by 1,125 positions to 9,674th, from last month's value of 10,799th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average commercial electricity bill national rank dropped by 215 positions to 5,414th, from last month's value of 5,199th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average commercial electricity bill state rank increased by 26 positions to 45th, from last year's value of 71st
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill state rank dropped by 39 positions to 76th, from last year's value of 37th
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill increased by 16.1% to $482.01, from last year's value of $415.18
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill state rank dropped by 17 positions to 76th, from last month's value of 59th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average commercial electricity bill decreased by 1.68% to $398.88, from last year's value of $405.71
- In Iron River, the commercial electricity bill increased by 3.68% to $482.01, from last month's value of $464.89
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average commercial electricity bill increased by 1.42% to $398.88, from last month's value of $393.31
Industrial Electricity Prices
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average industrial electricity rate national rank increased by 4,407 positions to 7,321st, from last year's value of 11,728th
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate national rank dropped by 4,413 positions to 14,417th, from last year's value of 10,004th
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate national rank dropped by 4,871 positions to 14,417th, from last month's value of 9,546th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average industrial electricity rate national rank dropped by 565 positions to 7,321st, from last month's value of 6,756th
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average industrial electricity rate state rank increased by 211 positions to 26th, from last year's value of 237th
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate state rank increased by 183 positions to 38th, from last year's value of 221st
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average industrial electricity rate decreased by 14.21% to 7.22 ¢ / kWh, from last year's value of 8.41 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate increased by 12.15% to 8.32 ¢ / kWh, from last month's value of 7.41 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate state rank dropped by 12 positions to 38th, from last month's value of 26th
- In Iron River, the industrial electricity rate increased by 9.79% to 8.32 ¢ / kWh, from last year's value of 7.57 ¢ / kWh
- In Iron River, the 12 month rolling average industrial electricity rate increased by 0.86% to 7.22 ¢ / kWh, from last month's value of 7.15 ¢ / kWh
Iron River Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Electricity Rate for January, 2024
21.26¢ per kWh
- 4.39% higher than last month
- 16.26% higher than January last year
- 11.57% higher than the Michigan average
- 36.14% higher than the US average
- 666th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 603 since January last year
- 23,695th in the US out of 26,964 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 371 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 3,319 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate
20.17¢ per kWh
- 1.24% higher than last month
- 0.82% lower than January last year
- 5.44% higher than the Michigan average
- 18.87% higher than the US average
- 663rd in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 3 since January last year
- 23,055th in the US out of 26,964 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 6 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 307 since January last year
Average Residential Electricity Bill for January, 2024
$123.28 per month
- 5.31% higher than last month
- 18.93% higher than January last year
- 3.16% lower than the Michigan average
- 18.34% lower than the US average
- 53rd in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 3 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 27 since January last year
- 5,438th in the US out of 26,964 cities
- The national rank has increased by 1,971 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 2,179 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill
$97.54 per month
- 1.7% higher than last month
- 3.33% lower than January last year
- 14.72% lower than the Michigan average
- 26.47% lower than the US average
- 45th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 29 since January last year
- 2,498th in the US out of 26,964 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 85 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 1,103 since January last year
Average Commercial Electricity Rate for January, 2024
19.69¢ per kWh
- 7.93% higher than last month
- 18.46% higher than January last year
- 34.92% higher than the Michigan average
- 47.61% higher than the US average
- 666th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank is the same since January last year
- 24,512th in the US out of 26,992 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 1,077 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 2,826 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate
17.73¢ per kWh
- 1.46% higher than last month
- 1.89% lower than January last year
- 23.16% higher than the Michigan average
- 25.2% higher than the US average
- 666th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 3 since last month
- The state rank is the same since January last year
- 23,465th in the US out of 26,992 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 16 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 318 since January last year
Average Commercial Electricity Bill for January, 2024
$482.01 per month
- 3.68% higher than last month
- 16.1% higher than January last year
- 30.35% lower than the Michigan average
- 70.42% lower than the US average
- 76th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 17 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 39 since January last year
- 9,674th in the US out of 26,992 cities
- The national rank has increased by 1,125 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 4,082 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill
$398.88 per month
- 1.42% higher than last month
- 1.68% lower than January last year
- 37.73% lower than the Michigan average
- 75.63% lower than the US average
- 45th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 26 since January last year
- 5,414th in the US out of 26,992 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 215 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 514 since January last year
Average Industrial Electricity Rate for January, 2024
8.32¢ per kWh
- 12.15% higher than last month
- 9.79% higher than January last year
- 3.27% lower than the Michigan average
- 15.38% lower than the US average
- 38th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 12 since last month
- The state rank has increased by 183 since January last year
- 14,417th in the US out of 26,382 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 4,871 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 4,413 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate
7.22¢ per kWh
- 0.86% higher than last month
- 14.21% lower than January last year
- 13.94% lower than the Michigan average
- 29.42% lower than the US average
- 26th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 211 since January last year
- 7,321st in the US out of 26,382 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 565 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 4,407 since January last year
Average Industrial Electricity Bill for January, 2024
$134,128.21 per month
- 10.48% higher than last month
- 7.89% lower than January last year
- 110.94% higher than the Michigan average
- 297.86% higher than the US average
- 686th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 10 since last month
- The state rank is the same since January last year
- 25,296th in the US out of 26,382 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 178 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 61 since January last year
12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill
$119,639.32 per month
- 0.79% lower than last month
- 24.96% lower than January last year
- 89.56% higher than the Michigan average
- 249.7% higher than the US average
- 676th in the state out of 708 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 10 since January last year
- 24,463rd in the US out of 26,382 cities
- The national rank has increased by 28 since last month
- The national rank has increased by 1,174 since January last year
Iron River, MI Electricity Overview
Iron River's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 20.19 cents per kilowatt hour , which is above both the Michigan and nationwide average prices of 18.73 and 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Upper Michigan Energy Resources sells an estimated 3,361.13 megawatt hours in the city per year, which is more than any other provider. The average monthly residential power bill for a customer in the city is $97.58 per month, while the US average is $138.02.
On average, Iron River citizens emit 3,995.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 406th worst polluting city out of 746 cities in Michigan based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 11,942,158.04 kilograms, which is the 239th highest total amount of pollution for any city in the state. All of the electricity sold in Iron River has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, as there are no power production plants within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Iron River
Iron River residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Iron River, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY | |||||
| Upper Michigan Energy Resources | BUNDLED | 14.48 | 81.72 | 225,104.75 | 32,604,349 | |
| Upper Peninsula Power Company | BUNDLED | 25.89 | 113.45 | 247,839.8 | 64,160,227 |
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Crystal Falls, MI Electricity Overview
Crystal Falls' citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour , which is lower than both the Michigan and nationwide average prices of 18.73 and 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Power plants in the city have allowed a 1.62% drop in the use of renewable energy sources versus non-renewable fuels. The city has a ranking of 14th out of 746 cities in Michigan for renewable electricity generation per capita, with 3.37 megawatt hours being produced per resident in the city.
On average, Crystal Falls citizens emit 2,614.67 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 733rd worst polluting city out of 746 cities in Michigan based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 4,533,844.53 kilograms, which is the 410th highest total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The city is home to one electricity producing plant. When it comes to electricity generation, Crystal Falls' top fuel source is Conventional Hydroelectric, making up 100.00%, or 5,843 megawatt hours of production in the city.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Crystal Falls
Crystal Falls residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Crystal Falls, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Falls, Michigan Electric Utility | BUNDLED | 16.19 | 83.46 | 5,843 | 8,017 | 1,298,000 |
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY | |||||
| Upper Michigan Energy Resources | BUNDLED | 14.48 | 81.72 | 225,104.75 | 32,604,349 |
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Caspian, MI Electricity Overview
Caspian's citizens are billed an average residential electricity price of 20.19 cents per kilowatt hour , which is above both the Michigan and nationwide average prices of 18.73 and 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. Caspian has the 544th largest population in the state, with 510 residents residing within the city's borders. Customers in the city pay an average monthly residential power bill of $97.58. This is 29.30% less than the US average of $138.02.
On average, Caspian citizens emit 3,995.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 88th worst polluting city out of 746 cities in Michigan based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 2,037,638.21 kilograms, which is the 537th highest total amount of pollution for any city in the state. All of the electricity sold in Caspian has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, as there are no power production plants within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Caspian
Caspian residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in June.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Caspian, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY | |||||
| Upper Michigan Energy Resources | BUNDLED | 14.48 | 81.72 | 225,104.75 | 32,604,349 | |
| Upper Peninsula Power Company | BUNDLED | 25.89 | 113.45 | 247,839.8 | 64,160,227 |
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Electricity Production in Iron County, Michigan
Power Plants in Iron County, Michigan
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Peavy FallsWE Energies (100.00%) | Iron County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 58,645 | ||||
Michigamme FallsWE Energies (100.00%) | Iron County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 35,098 | ||||
Hemlock FallsWE Energies (100.00%) | Iron County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 9,715 | ||||
Way DamWE Energies (100.00%) | Iron County | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 8,492 | ||||
Crystal FallsCrystal Falls, Michigan Electric Utility (100.00%) | Crystal Falls | MI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 5,843 |
Iron County, Michigan Details
On average, Iron County citizens emit 0 kilograms of CO2 emissions from the consumption of electricity, which makes it the 82nd highest polluting county out of 83 counties in the state and 2957th out of 3230 counties nationally. Total emissions in the county are 0 kilograms, which is the 82nd highest total amount of pollution for any county in the state. There are 5 power producing plants in the county, which is the 15th most power plants in a county in the state. Iron County's primary fuel is Conventional Hydroelectric, with 100.00% of electricity production using this fuel type.
Providers In Each City in Iron County:
- Alpha, Michigan:
- Upper Michigan Energy Resources: 100.00%
- Caspian, Michigan:
- Upper Peninsula Power Company: 50.00%
- Upper Michigan Energy Resources: 50.00%
- Crystal Falls, Michigan:
- Crystal Falls, Michigan Electric Utility: 50.00%
- Upper Michigan Energy Resources: 50.00%
- Gaastra, Michigan:
- Upper Peninsula Power Company: 50.00%
- Upper Michigan Energy Resources: 50.00%
- Iron River, Michigan:
- Upper Peninsula Power Company: 50.00%
- Upper Michigan Energy Resources: 50.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Iron County, Michigan?
The largest electricity supplier in Iron County, Michigan by total revenue is Upper Michigan Energy Resources.
How many electric companies offer service in Iron County, Michigan?
Iron County, Michigan is home to 6 electricity providers serving customers in the area.
How many power plants are located within Iron County, Michigan?
Iron County, Michigan has 5 active power plants generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.
What electricity companies offer service in Iron County, Michigan?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Upper Michigan Energy Resources | 9,623 |
| 2 | Upper Peninsula Power Company | 2,101 |
| 3 | Crystal Falls, Michigan Electric Utility | 1,542 |
| 4 | Ontonagon REA | 63 |
| 5 | Strategic Energy LLC | 22 |
