What is the average electricity rate in Six Lakes, Michigan?

The average residential electricity rate in Six Lakes is approximately 22.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $118 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Six Lakes?

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

Which electric company serves Six Lakes, Michigan?

Electricity in Six Lakes 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 Six Lakes?

Six Lakes 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 Six Lakes electricity rates compare to Michigan averages?

Six Lakes's electricity rate of 22.67¢/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 Six Lakes?

To start electric service in Six Lakes, 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.

Six Lakes, Michigan Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

22.67¢/kWh

0.66¢ above the Michigan average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.02/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$118

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$102

per month

Gas & Electricity in Six Lakes, Michigan

Six Lakes, Michigan is served by DTE Energy for electricity and DTE Energy for natural gas. Rates in Six Lakes 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, Six Lakes's electricity rate of 22.67¢/kWh is 0.66¢ above the Michigan average. As Michigan is a deregulated market, Six Lakes residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Six Lakes

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Six Lakes

DTE Energy
Consumers Energy

Six Lakes vs Michigan Energy Rates

Metric	Six Lakes	Michigan Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.67¢	22.01¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.02	$1.02	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$118	$115	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$102	$102	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Six Lakes Residents

As a Michigan city, Six Lakes 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 Six Lakes 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 Six Lakes, Michigan

The average residential electricity rate in Six Lakes is approximately 22.67¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $118 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Six Lakes pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Six Lakes is distributed by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Six Lakes natural gas service is provided by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Six Lakes's electricity rate of 22.67¢/kWh is above the Michigan state average of 22.01¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Six Lakes, 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.