What is the average electricity rate in Flint, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Flint is approximately 19.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $116 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Flint?

Natural gas customers in Flint pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Flint, Michigan?

Electricity in Flint is distributed by DTE Electric Company and Consumers Energy Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Flint?

Flint natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Flint electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Flint's electricity rate of 19.30¢/kWh is below the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Flint?

To start electric service in Flint, contact DTE Electric Company and Consumers Energy Co. For gas service, contact DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Flint, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Flint, Michigan

Flint is served by DTE Electric Company and Consumers Energy Co. Utilities covering Genesee County report an average residential electricity rate of 19.30¢/kWh — below the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $116. Natural gas in Flint is distributed by DTE Energy.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Flint's electricity rate of 19.30¢/kWh is 2.71¢ below the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Flint residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Flint

DTE Electric Company
Consumers Energy Co

Natural Gas Utility in Flint

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Flint vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Flint	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	19.30¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$116	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$102	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Flint Residents

As a Michigan city, Flint residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Michigan LIHEAP
✅ Home Heating Credit
✅ Consumers Energy's Low Income Customer Assistance Program
✅ DTE Energy Shut-Off Protection Plan

Energy-Saving Tips for Flint Residents

✓ Ensure attic insulation is at least R-49 — Michigan and Wisconsin winters demand maximum insulation.
✓ Install a high-efficiency furnace (95%+ AFUE) if your system is over 15 years old.
✓ Insulate your basement ceiling and rim joists — a major source of heat loss.
✓ Apply weatherstripping and caulk around all windows and doors before winter.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower heat overnight.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Flint, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Flint is approximately 19.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $116 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Flint pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Flint is distributed by DTE Electric Company and Consumers Energy Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Flint natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Flint's electricity rate of 19.30¢/kWh is below the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Flint, contact DTE Electric Company and Consumers Energy Co. For gas service, contact DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.