Electricity rates in Chinook, MT
Chinook (1,228 people, Blaine County) is served by NorthWestern Energy. Homes on NorthWestern Energy pay about 15.71¢/kWh, 14% more than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Chinook
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
Power outages in Blaine County right now
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Outage history in Blaine County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 576 | 1,113 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,479 (54%) | 4,330 (158%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-29 | 2025-12-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (576 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Havre 15.7¢
- Fort Belknap Agency 15.7¢
- Malta 15.7¢
- Fort Benton 15.7¢
- Lewistown 15.7¢
- Malmstrom Air Force Base 15.7¢
- Shelby 11.0¢
- Great Falls 15.7¢
- Glasgow 15.7¢
- Conrad 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59523
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chinook?
Most homes in Chinook 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 Chinook?
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 Chinook, MT?
NorthWestern Energy serves Chinook.
How often does the power go out in Chinook?
In 2025, customers in Blaine County averaged 18 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-18, when 4,330 customers (158%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.