Utility rates in Bay City vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Bay City
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Bay City heats its homes
86% natural gas · 10% electricity · 5% other fuels
Electric rates in Bay City
Residential rates range from 15.9¢ to 18.8¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Bay City - (MI), Consumers Energy Co - (MI), DTE Electric Company.
This is 5% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Bay City
Bay City has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 3 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 22 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Internet 9 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Bay City, MI
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.