Utility rates in Traverse City vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Traverse 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 Traverse City heats its homes
72% natural gas · 13% electricity · 15% other fuels
Electric rates in Traverse City
Residential rates range from 13.1¢ to 18.8¢ per kWh.
Providers include Cherryland Electric Coop Inc, City of Traverse City - (MI), Consumers Energy Co - (MI), Great Lakes Energy Coop, Wolverine Power Supply Coop.
Internet providers in Traverse City
Traverse City has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 24 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 10 providers
Business Internet 1 provider
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Traverse 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.