What is the average electricity rate in Highland Park, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Highland Park is approximately 21.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Highland Park?

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

Which electric company serves Highland Park, Michigan?

Electricity in Highland Park is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Highland Park?

Highland Park 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 Highland Park electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Highland Park's electricity rate of 21.79¢/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 Highland Park?

To start electric service in Highland Park, contact DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. 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.

Highland Park, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Highland Park, Michigan

In Highland Park, Michigan, DTE Energy handles electricity distribution and DTE Energy manages natural gas service. Michigan residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Highland Park's electricity rate of 21.79¢/kWh is 0.22¢ below the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Highland Park residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Highland Park

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Highland Park

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Highland Park vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Highland Park	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.79¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$114	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$102	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Highland Park Residents

As a Michigan city, Highland Park 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 Highland Park 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 Highland Park, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Highland Park is approximately 21.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Highland Park pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Highland Park is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Highland Park natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Highland Park's electricity rate of 21.79¢/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 Highland Park, contact DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. 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.