Electricity rates in Columbia Falls, MT
Columbia Falls (5,093 people, Flathead County) is served by Flathead Electric Co-op. Homes on Flathead Electric Co-op pay about 10.37¢/kWh, 25% less than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Columbia Falls
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.37¢ | $123 | 64K | 886 |
Power outages in Flathead County right now
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Outage history in Flathead County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 410 | 731 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,911 (25.8%) | 23,250 (35.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-23 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (410 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 59912
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbia Falls?
Most homes in Columbia Falls get power from Flathead Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 10.37¢/kWh including all charges. The Montana average is 13.84¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Columbia Falls?
About $123 a month, based on 1,184 kWh a month (the average for Flathead Electric Co-op customers) at 10.37¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbia Falls, MT?
Flathead Electric Co-op serves Columbia Falls.
How often does the power go out in Columbia Falls?
In 2025, customers in Flathead County averaged 12 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 23,250 customers (35.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.