Electricity rates in Choteau, MT
Choteau (1,696 people, Teton 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 Choteau
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
Power outages in Teton County right now
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Outage history in Teton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 619 | 253 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 12 |
| Most customers out at once | 578 (28.2%) | 1,216 (59.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-17 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (619 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Conrad 15.7¢
- Great Falls 15.7¢
- Shelby 11.0¢
- Malmstrom Air Force Base 15.7¢
- Cut Bank 15.7¢
- Lincoln 15.7¢
- South Browning 11.0¢
- Browning 11.0¢
- North Browning 11.0¢
- Fort Benton 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59422
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Choteau?
Most homes in Choteau 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 Choteau?
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 Choteau, MT?
NorthWestern Energy serves Choteau.
How often does the power go out in Choteau?
In 2025, customers in Teton County averaged 4 hr 13 min without power. Outages hit 12 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 1,216 customers (59.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.