WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Homer
Michigan
Michigan
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Homer
January
$713highestFebruary
$506March
$281April
$211May
$209June
$204lowestJuly
$223August
$207September
$206October
$220November
$320December
$578Carbon Emissions
1,150 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,465 kWh
Homer's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Wind, Solar, Petroleum, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 48% of Homer's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 19%. Coal provides 15% of the energy in Homer. Wind provides 9% of the energy in Homer. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Homer. Petroleum provides 1% of the energy in Homer. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Homer.
48%
Natural Gas
19%
Nuclear
15%
Coal
9%
Wind
6%
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
$22,866
Average system cost
14 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Homer 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 | 19¢ to 27¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SUMMER ON-PEAK BASIC RATE | TOU | 20¢ to 27¢ |
| Residential Service Secondary Non-Transmitting Meter Rate | Fixed | 20¢ to 27¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SMART HOURS RATE | TOU | 20¢ to 27¢ |
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