Electricity rates in Glendive, MT
Glendive (5,490 people, Dawson County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. pay about 12.93¢/kWh, 7% less than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Glendive
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.93¢ | $100 | 20K | 146 |
| Lower Yellowstone R E A | Electric cooperative | 9.82¢ | $114 | 3,247 | 259 |
Power outages in Dawson County right now
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Outage history in Dawson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 152 | 7 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,441 (32.8%) | 259 (3.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-07-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (152 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Glendive 12.9¢
- Sidney 12.9¢
- Baker 12.9¢
- Miles City 12.9¢
- Wolf Point 12.9¢
- Forsyth 15.7¢
- Plentywood 12.9¢
- Glasgow 15.7¢
- Scobey 12.9¢
- Colstrip 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59330
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Glendive?
Most homes in Glendive get power from Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.93¢/kWh including all charges. The Montana average is 13.84¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Glendive: Lower Yellowstone R E A (9.82¢).
What is the average electric bill in Glendive?
About $100 a month, based on 773 kWh a month (the average for Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. customers) at 12.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Glendive, MT?
2 utilities serve Glendive's ZIP codes: Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., Lower Yellowstone R E A. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Glendive?
In 2025, customers in Dawson County averaged 7 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-03, when 259 customers (3.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.