Electricity rates in Helena Valley Southeast, MT
Helena Valley Southeast (8,227 people, Lewis and Clark 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 Helena Valley Southeast
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
Power outages in Lewis and Clark County right now
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Outage history in Lewis and Clark County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 218 | 506 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 35 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,211 (9.8%) | 12,309 (37.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-07 | 2025-06-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (218 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- East Helena 15.7¢
- Montana City 15.7¢
- Helena 15.7¢
- Helena Valley Northeast 15.7¢
- Helena Valley West Central 15.7¢
- Helena West Side 15.7¢
- Clancy 15.7¢
- Boulder 15.7¢
- Townsend 15.7¢
- Deer Lodge 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59601, 59604, 59635
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Helena Valley Southeast?
Most homes in Helena Valley Southeast 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 Helena Valley Southeast?
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 Helena Valley Southeast, MT?
NorthWestern Energy serves Helena Valley Southeast.
How often does the power go out in Helena Valley Southeast?
In 2025, customers in Lewis and Clark County averaged 8 hr 26 min without power. Outages hit 35 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-03, when 12,309 customers (37.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.