What is the average electricity rate in Ionia, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Ionia is approximately 22.89¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $120 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Ionia?

Natural gas customers in Ionia pay an average of $107 per month. The rate is approximately $1.07/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Ionia, Michigan?

Electricity in Ionia 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 Ionia?

Ionia 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 Ionia electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Ionia's electricity rate of 22.89¢/kWh is above the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Ionia?

To start electric service in Ionia, 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.

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

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Electricity Rate

22.89¢/kWh

0.88¢ above the Michigan average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.07/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$120

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$107

per month

Gas & Electricity in Ionia, Michigan

Ionia residents in Michigan receive electric service through DTE Energy and natural gas distribution from DTE Energy. Michigan's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Ionia households.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Ionia's electricity rate of 22.89¢/kWh is 0.88¢ above the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Ionia residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Ionia

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Ionia

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Ionia vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Ionia	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.89¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.07	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$120	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$107	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Ionia Residents

As a Michigan city, Ionia 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 Ionia 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 Ionia, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Ionia is approximately 22.89¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $120 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Ionia pay an average of $107 per month. The rate is approximately $1.07/therm per therm.
Electricity in Ionia is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Ionia natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Ionia's electricity rate of 22.89¢/kWh is above the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Ionia, 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.