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Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Michigan — 2026

Last updated: October 18, 2026

1,167 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 48001 (Algonac, MI) - 23.1 c/kWh
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Out of 1,167 ZIP codes with data in Michigan, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All Michigan Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 1,167
Highest value 23.1 c/kWh
Median value 23.1 c/kWh
State Michigan

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 48001 Algonac MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
2 48002 Allenton MI 23.1 c/kWh —
3 48003 Almont MI 23.1 c/kWh —
4 48005 Armada MI 23.1 c/kWh —
5 48006 Avoca MI 23.1 c/kWh —
6 48009 Birmingham MI 23.1 c/kWh 81/100
7 48014 Capac MI 23.1 c/kWh —
8 48015 Center Line MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
9 48017 Clawson MI 23.1 c/kWh 82/100
10 48021 Eastpointe MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
11 48022 Emmett MI 23.1 c/kWh —
12 48023 Fair Haven MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
13 48025 Franklin MI 23.1 c/kWh 81/100
14 48026 Fraser MI 23.1 c/kWh 97/100
15 48027 Goodells MI 23.1 c/kWh —
16 48028 Harsens Island MI 23.1 c/kWh —
17 48030 Hazel Park MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
18 48032 Jeddo MI 23.1 c/kWh —
19 48033 Southfield MI 23.1 c/kWh —
20 48034 Southfield MI 23.1 c/kWh 82/100
21 48035 Clinton Township MI 23.1 c/kWh 97/100
22 48036 Clinton Township MI 23.1 c/kWh 96/100
23 48038 Clinton Township MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
24 48039 Marine City MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
25 48040 Marysville MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
26 48041 Memphis MI 23.1 c/kWh —
27 48042 Macomb MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
28 48043 Mount Clemens MI 23.1 c/kWh 96/100
29 48044 Macomb MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
30 48045 Harrison Township MI 23.1 c/kWh 94/100
31 48047 New Baltimore MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
32 48048 New Haven MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
33 48049 North Street MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
34 48050 New Haven MI 23.1 c/kWh —
35 48051 New Baltimore MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
36 48054 East China MI 23.1 c/kWh 80/100
37 48059 Fort Gratiot MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
38 48060 Port Huron MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
39 48062 Richmond MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
40 48063 Columbus MI 23.1 c/kWh —
41 48064 Casco MI 23.1 c/kWh —
42 48065 Romeo MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
43 48066 Roseville MI 23.1 c/kWh 97/100
44 48067 Royal Oak MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
45 48069 Pleasant Ridge MI 23.1 c/kWh —
46 48070 Huntington Woods MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
47 48071 Madison Heights MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
48 48072 Berkley MI 23.1 c/kWh 82/100
49 48073 Royal Oak MI 23.1 c/kWh 81/100
50 48074 Smiths Creek MI 23.1 c/kWh 93/100
51 48075 Southfield MI 23.1 c/kWh 82/100
52 48076 Southfield MI 23.1 c/kWh 80/100
53 48079 Saint Clair MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
54 48080 Saint Clair Shores MI 23.1 c/kWh 98/100
55 48081 Saint Clair Shores MI 23.1 c/kWh 99/100
56 48082 Saint Clair Shores MI 23.1 c/kWh 97/100
57 48083 Troy MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
58 48084 Troy MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
59 48085 Troy MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
60 48088 Warren MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
61 48089 Warren MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
62 48091 Warren MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
63 48092 Warren MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
64 48093 Warren MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
65 48094 Washington MI 23.1 c/kWh 100/100
66 48095 Washington MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
67 48096 Ray MI 23.1 c/kWh —
68 48097 Yale MI 23.1 c/kWh —
69 48098 Troy MI 23.1 c/kWh 83/100
70 48101 Allen Park MI 23.1 c/kWh 91/100
71 48103 Ann Arbor MI 23.1 c/kWh 62/100
72 48104 Ann Arbor MI 23.1 c/kWh 67/100
73 48105 Ann Arbor MI 23.1 c/kWh 62/100
74 48108 Ann Arbor MI 23.1 c/kWh 65/100
75 48109 Ann Arbor MI 23.1 c/kWh 67/100
76 48111 Belleville MI 23.1 c/kWh 84/100
77 48114 Brighton MI 23.1 c/kWh —
78 48116 Brighton MI 23.1 c/kWh —
79 48117 Carleton MI 23.1 c/kWh —
80 48118 Chelsea MI 23.1 c/kWh 67/100
81 48120 Dearborn MI 23.1 c/kWh 92/100
82 48122 Melvindale MI 23.1 c/kWh 91/100

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-10-18.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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