Average Electric Bill in Bismarck, ND
What a typical household in Bismarck pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Bismarck pays about $94.40/month for electricity at roughly 11.72¢/kWh. Basis: Montana-Dakota Utilities Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in North Dakota over 12 months — the rate environment Bismarck households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Montana-Dakota Utilities Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Montana-Dakota Utilities Co · 79,354 residential customers |
| State context | North Dakota: $113.65/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 73,741 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Bismarck?
Expect roughly $94.40 per month for a typical household in Bismarck — based on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Bismarck?
About 11.72¢ per kWh (Montana-Dakota Utilities Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Bismarck pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Bismarck higher or lower than the North Dakota average?
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co averages $94.40 — below the state average of $113.65.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Montana-Dakota Utilities Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (North Dakota) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.