What is the average electricity rate in Howard City, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Howard City is approximately 20.91¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Howard City?

Natural gas customers in Howard City pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $0.98/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Howard City, Michigan?

Electricity in Howard City 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 Howard City?

Howard City 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 Howard City electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Howard City's electricity rate of 20.91¢/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 Howard City?

To start electric service in Howard City, 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.

Howard City, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Howard City, Michigan

Howard City is a community in Michigan served by DTE Energy for electric and DTE Energy for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Michigan's statewide energy market and the region's very cold winters, mild summers, lake-effect snow climate.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Howard City's electricity rate of 20.91¢/kWh is 1.10¢ below the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Howard City residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Howard City

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Howard City

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Howard City vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Howard City	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	20.91¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.98	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$109	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$98	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Howard City Residents

As a Michigan city, Howard City 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 Howard City 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 Howard City, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Howard City is approximately 20.91¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Howard City pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $0.98/therm per therm.
Electricity in Howard City is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Howard City natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Howard City's electricity rate of 20.91¢/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 Howard City, 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.