What is the average electricity rate in Priest River Township, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Priest River Township is approximately 21.13¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Priest River Township?

Natural gas customers in Priest River Township pay an average of $99 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Priest River Township, Michigan?

Electricity in Priest River Township 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 Priest River Township?

Priest River Township 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 Priest River Township electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Priest River Township's electricity rate of 21.13¢/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 Priest River Township?

To start electric service in Priest River Township, 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.

Priest River Township, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Priest River Township, Michigan

Priest River Township 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 Priest River Township households.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Priest River Township's electricity rate of 21.13¢/kWh is 0.88¢ below the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Priest River Township residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Priest River Township

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Priest River Township

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Priest River Township vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Priest River Township	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.13¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.99	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$110	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$99	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Priest River Township Residents

As a Michigan city, Priest River Township 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 Priest River Township 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 Priest River Township, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Priest River Township is approximately 21.13¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Priest River Township pay an average of $99 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.
Electricity in Priest River Township is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Priest River Township natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Priest River Township's electricity rate of 21.13¢/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 Priest River Township, 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.