Average Electric Bill in Michigan (2026)
The average residential electric bill in Michigan is $119.31 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 16% below the U.S. average, #37 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 618 kWh used per month at Michigan's rate of 19.3¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$119.31
#37 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
618 kWh
per residential customer
19.3¢/kWh
16% below the U.S. average
Average electric bill in Michigan by home size
Estimated at Michigan's 19.3¢/kWh rate. Typical use is a rough guide — your actual kWh varies with climate, heating type, and habits.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 500 kWh | $96.50 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 750 kWh | $144.75 |
| Small house | 900 kWh | $173.70 |
| Large house | 1,400 kWh | $270.20 |
| Michigan average | 618 kWh | $119.31 |
Estimate your Michigan electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.