Average Electric Bill in Missoula, MT
What a typical household in Missoula pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Missoula pays about $101.20/month for electricity at roughly 14.23¢/kWh. Basis: NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT), 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Montana over 12 months — the rate environment Missoula households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT), 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT) · 328,127 residential customers |
| State context | Montana: $102.44/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 74,406 (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 Missoula?
Expect roughly $101.20 per month for a typical household in Missoula — based on NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT) annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Missoula?
About 14.23¢ per kWh (NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT), 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Missoula pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Missoula higher or lower than the Montana average?
NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT) averages $101.20 — below the state average of $102.44.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT)) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Montana) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.