WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Allen
Michigan
Michigan
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Allen
January
$604highestFebruary
$503March
$245April
$187May
$183June
$180lowestJuly
$189August
$184September
$181October
$193November
$227December
$410Carbon Emissions
1,369 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,411 kWh
Allen's energy comes from Natural Gas, Coal, Nuclear, Wind, Solar, Petroleum, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Allen's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 24%. Nuclear provides 23% of the energy in Allen. Wind provides 12% of the energy in Allen. Solar provides 2% of the energy in Allen. Petroleum provides 1% of the energy in Allen. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Allen.
36%
Natural Gas
24%
Coal
23%
Nuclear
12%
Wind
2%
Solar
1%
Petroleum
1%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$15,759
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
10 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Allen can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Consumers Energy Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL NIGHTTIME SAVERS RATE | TOU | 17¢ to 23¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SMART HOURS RATE | TOU | 18¢ to 23¢ |
| Residential Service Secondary Non-Transmitting Meter Rate | Fixed | 18¢ to 23¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SUMMER ON-PEAK BASIC RATE | TOU | 18¢ to 23¢ |
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