Electricity rates in Bozeman, MT
Bozeman (43,405 people, Gallatin County) is served by NorthWestern Energy. Homes on NorthWestern Energy pay about 15.71¢/kWh, 14% more than the Montana average.
What things cost to run in Bozeman
Popular — tap to add, then add more to compare:
Add as many devices as you like to compare them side by side. Search again to add another, or use Duplicate to compare two settings.
Electric companies serving Bozeman
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
Power outages in Gallatin County right now
Checking live outages…
Outage history in Gallatin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 145 | 104 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,843 (13.3%) | 13,980 (14.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-29 | 2025-11-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (145 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Four Corners 15.7¢
- Belgrade 15.7¢
- Manhattan 15.7¢
- Livingston 15.7¢
- Three Forks 15.7¢
- Big Sky 15.7¢
- Townsend 15.7¢
- Whitehall 15.7¢
- Big Timber 15.7¢
- Boulder 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59715, 59717, 59718, 59719, 59771, 59772
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bozeman?
Most homes in Bozeman get power from NorthWestern Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 15.71¢/kWh including all charges. The Montana average is 13.84¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bozeman?
About $111 a month, based on 707 kWh a month (the average for NorthWestern Energy customers) at 15.71¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bozeman, MT?
NorthWestern Energy serves Bozeman.
How often does the power go out in Bozeman?
In 2025, customers in Gallatin County averaged 104 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-24, when 13,980 customers (14.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.