Kalamazoo County, Michigan Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Kalamazoo County, Michigan Electricity Overview
Kalamazoo County has a population of 261,173 citizens.
The average monthly residential electric bill in Kalamazoo County totals $147.2. In contrast, the Michigan average bill is $113.68
Kalamazoo County generates 0.64 megawatt hours per capita a year, making it the 1616th highest county out of 3230 counties for production per capita in the nation.
Consumers Energy is the largest electricity company in Kalamazoo County when calculated by megawatt hours sold.
Over 0.89% of Kalamazoo County's electricity production comes from renewable fuels, ranking Kalamazoo County at 56th in the state for sustainable electricity generation.
Kalamazoo County averages 0.01 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 1723rd highest in the nation.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
2,546,679 MWh
Consumption per Capita
9.75 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
166,845 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
1,489 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
165,356 MWh
Production per Capita
0.64 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
1,057,181,838 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
4,047.82 kg
Kalamazoo, MI Electricity Overview
Kalamazoo's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 18.28 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 2.39% lower than Michigan's average price of 18.73 cents, resulting in the city ranking 267th out of 746 cities in Michigan for best average electricity price. With 2.48% of its electricity production coming from renewable fuels, the city ranks 29th in the state out of 746 cities for total electricity generation from renewable fuel types. Kalamazoo produces 8.44% of the electricity needed in the city and must import power from nearby municipalities or rural area power plants.
As the 16th worst ranked city out of 746 cities in the state, Kalamazoo emits 282,252,052.35 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. This total also equates to a ranking of 720th worst in Michigan for emissions per citizen. Around 97.52% of electricity in Kalamazoo comes from generation using Natural Gas. There are 2 power producing plants in Kalamazoo, which is the 6th highest number of power plants in a city in the state.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Kalamazoo, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy | BUNDLED | 18.74 | 115.91 | 1,489 | 12,266,200.86 | 2,298,861,331 |
| Great Lakes Energy | BUNDLED | 16.99 | 110.67 | 929,559 | 157,935,100 | |
| Midwest Energy & Communications | BUNDLED | 18.35 | 181.96 | 346,588 | 63,591,700 | |
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY |
Zips with electric coverage in Kalamazoo, Michigan include: 49009, 49024, 49006, 49048, 49001, 49002, 49004, 49008, 49007, 49074
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Portage, MI Electricity Overview
Portage's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 18.54 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 0.97% lower than Michigan's average price of 18.73 cents, resulting in the city ranking 299th out of 746 cities in Michigan for best average electricity price. The US average monthly residential electric bill is $138.02, while the Portage average is 7.97% higher at $149.01 per month. Consumers Energy has an estimated 2,160 residential customers, more than any other supplier who operates in the city.
As the 24th worst ranked city out of 746 cities in the state, Portage emits 194,842,161.71 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. Averaging 3,995.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 88th worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. Electricity companies who provide service in Portage have to rely on electricity produced in neighboring communities and rural areas, since no electricity production occurs in the city limits.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Portage
Portage residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Portage, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy | BUNDLED | 18.74 | 115.91 | 12,266,200.86 | 2,298,861,331 | |
| Midwest Energy & Communications | BUNDLED | 18.35 | 181.96 | 346,588 | 63,591,700 | |
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY |
Zips with electric coverage in Portage, Michigan include: 49024, 49002, 49087
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Westwood CDP, MI Electricity Overview
Westwood CDP's average residential electricity rate per kilowatt hour is 18.54 cents per kilowatt hour. This is 0.97% lower than Michigan's average price of 18.73 cents, resulting in the city ranking 300th out of 746 cities in Michigan for best average electricity price. The US average monthly residential electric bill is $138.02, while the Westwood CDP average is 7.91% higher at $148.94 per month. Consumers Energy has an estimated 176 residential customers, more than any other supplier who operates in the city.
As the 116th worst ranked city out of 746 cities in the state, Westwood CDP emits 35,638,691.79 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use. Averaging 3,995.37 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person, the city ranks 674th worst in Michigan for emissions per capita. Electricity companies who provide service in Westwood CDP have to rely on electricity produced in neighboring communities and rural areas, since no electricity production occurs in the city limits.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Westwood CDP
Westwood CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in December.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Westwood CDP, Michigan
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumers Energy | BUNDLED | 18.74 | 115.91 | 12,266,200.86 | 2,298,861,331 | |
| Midwest Energy & Communications | BUNDLED | 18.35 | 181.96 | 346,588 | 63,591,700 | |
| Spartan Renewable Energy | ENERGY | |||||
| Strategic Energy LLC | ENERGY |
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Electricity Production in Kalamazoo County, Michigan
Power Plants in Kalamazoo County, Michigan
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kalamazoo River Generating StationCMS Energy (100.00%) | Kalamazoo County | MI | Natural Gas | 106,888 | 66,422,736.52 | 621.42 | ||
Western Michigan University Power PlantWestern Michigan University (100.00%) | Kalamazoo | MI | Natural Gas | 58,506 | 15,640,071.72 | 267.32 | ||
Western Michigan Solar GardensConsumers Energy (100.00%) | Kalamazoo | MI | Solar | 1,489 | ||||
Parkview BatteryConsumers Energy (100.00%) | Kalamazoo County | MI | Batteries or other use of electricity as an energy source | -38 |
Kalamazoo County, Michigan Details
As the 323rd worst ranked county in the country, Kalamazoo County emits 1,057,181,838.46 kilograms of CO2 emissions from electricity use a year. The county averages 4,047.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity use, which is a better measurement of the county's pollution levels. They rank 20th worst in the state in this category. There are 4 power producing plants in the county, which is the 679th highest number of power plants in a county in the US.
Providers In Each City in Kalamazoo County:
- Augusta, Michigan:
- Consumers Energy: 34.27%
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 34.27%
- Great Lakes Energy: 31.45%
- Climax, Michigan:
- Consumers Energy: 50.00%
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 50.00%
- Galesburg, Michigan:
- Consumers Energy: 50.00%
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 50.00%
- Kalamazoo, Michigan:
- Consumers Energy: 41.46%
- Great Lakes Energy: 17.08%
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 41.46%
- Parchment, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 38.96%
- Great Lakes Energy: 22.09%
- Consumers Energy: 38.96%
- Portage, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 50.12%
- Consumers Energy: 49.88%
- Richland, Michigan:
- Consumers Energy: 33.33%
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 33.33%
- Great Lakes Energy: 33.33%
- Schoolcraft, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
- Vicksburg, Michigan:
- Midwest Energy & Communications: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Kalamazoo County, Michigan?
The largest electricity supplier in Kalamazoo County, Michigan by megawatt hours sold is Consumers Energy.
How many power plants are in Kalamazoo County, Michigan?
There are 4 power plants in Kalamazoo County, Michigan
How many electric companies offer service in Kalamazoo County, Michigan?
Kalamazoo County, Michigan has 5 electricity providers serving customers in the area.
What electricity companies offer service in Kalamazoo County, Michigan?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Consumers Energy | 30,603 |
| 2 | Midwest Energy & Communications | 5,019 |
| 3 | Great Lakes Energy | 2,373 |
| 4 | Strategic Energy LLC | 10 |
