What is the average electricity rate in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Sault Ste. Marie is approximately 21.57¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Sault Ste. Marie?

Natural gas customers in Sault Ste. Marie pay an average of $99 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan?

Electricity in Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie?

Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Sault Ste. Marie's electricity rate of 21.57¢/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 Sault Ste. Marie?

To start electric service in Sault Ste. Marie, 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.

Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is served by DTE Energy for electricity and DTE Energy for natural gas. Rates in Sault Ste. Marie are comparable to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh/kWh, Sault Ste. Marie's electricity rate of 21.57¢/kWh is 0.44¢ below the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Sault Ste. Marie residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Sault Ste. Marie

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Sault Ste. Marie

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Sault Ste. Marie vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Sault Ste. Marie	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	21.57¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.99	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$113	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$99	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Sault Ste. Marie Residents

As a Michigan city, Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Sault Ste. Marie is approximately 21.57¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Sault Ste. Marie pay an average of $99 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.
Electricity in Sault Ste. Marie is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Sault Ste. Marie natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Sault Ste. Marie's electricity rate of 21.57¢/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 Sault Ste. Marie, 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.