Utility rates in Bear Lake vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Bear Lake
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 Bear Lake heats its homes
41% natural gas · 7% electricity · 52% other fuels
Electric rates in Bear Lake
Residential rates range from 15.5¢ to 18.8¢ per kWh.
Providers include Cherryland Electric Coop Inc, Consumers Energy Co - (MI), Great Lakes Energy Coop, Wolverine Power Supply Coop.
This is 5% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Bear Lake
Bear Lake has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Water 12 providers
Internet 14 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Bear Lake, 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.