Electricity rates in Hardin, MT
Hardin (3,800 people, Big Horn 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 Hardin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
| Yellowstone Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.79¢ | $132 | 21K | — |
Power outages in Big Horn County right now
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Outage history in Big Horn County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 159 | 100 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 102 (1.5%) | 1,779 (25.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-10 | 2025-04-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (159 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 59034
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hardin?
Most homes in Hardin 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 Hardin: Yellowstone Valley Electric Co-op (14.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hardin?
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 Hardin, MT?
2 utilities serve Hardin's ZIP codes: NorthWestern Energy, Yellowstone Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hardin?
In 2025, customers in Big Horn County averaged 100 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-17, when 1,779 customers (25.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.