Electricity rates in Fort Benton, MT
Fort Benton (1,460 people, Chouteau County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on NorthWestern Energy pay about 15.71¢/kWh, 14% more than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Fort Benton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
| Fergus Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.97¢ | $152 | 6,855 | 480 |
Power outages in Chouteau County right now
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Outage history in Chouteau County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 982 | 1,246 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,168 (59.6%) | 1,793 (91.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-05 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (982 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Malmstrom Air Force Base 15.7¢
- Great Falls 15.7¢
- Conrad 15.7¢
- Havre 15.7¢
- Choteau 15.7¢
- Shelby 11.0¢
- Lewistown 15.7¢
- Chinook 15.7¢
- Cut Bank 15.7¢
- Helena Valley Northeast 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59442
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Benton?
Most homes in Fort Benton 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fort Benton: Fergus Electric Co-op (16.97¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Benton?
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 Fort Benton, MT?
2 utilities serve Fort Benton's ZIP codes: NorthWestern Energy, Fergus Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Benton?
In 2025, customers in Chouteau County averaged 20 hr 46 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 1,793 customers (91.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.