Electricity rates in Kalispell, MT
Kalispell (22,052 people, Flathead County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Flathead Electric Co-op pay about 10.37¢/kWh, 25% less than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Kalispell
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.37¢ | $123 | 64K | 886 |
| USBIA-Mission Valley Power | Federal utility | 9.56¢ | $122 | 16K | — |
| Glacier Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.00¢ | $197 | 7,964 | — |
| Lincoln Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.32¢ | $197 | 6,909 | 431 |
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: 59901, 59903, 59904
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kalispell?
Most homes in Kalispell 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Kalispell: USBIA-Mission Valley Power (9.56¢), Glacier Electric Co-op (11.00¢), Lincoln Electric Co-op (12.32¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kalispell?
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 Kalispell, MT?
4 utilities serve Kalispell's ZIP codes: Flathead Electric Co-op, USBIA-Mission Valley Power, Glacier Electric Co-op, Lincoln Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Kalispell?
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.