Residential electricity prices in 49871 in June 2026 averaged approximately 22.99 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 25% more than the national average rate of 18.34 ¢/kWh (June 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 49871 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from May 2025 to May 2026 - residential electricity prices in 49871 increased approximately 9%, from 20.23 ¢/kWh to 22.01 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in 49871 in June 2026 averaged 19.72 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 18% less than the national average rate of 24.09 $/Mcf (June 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Palmer natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 49871 (Palmer, MI) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Palmer (Michigan) increased approximately 7%, from 13.21 $/Mcf (May 2025) to 14.07 $/Mcf (May 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Palmer solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Palmer levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The ZIP code 49871 is associated with the city of Palmer, MI in Marquette County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 49871, or for other information related to utilities in Michigan, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
A chemical that smells like sulfur is added to natural gas. This allows it to be detected in cases where leaks occur.
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