Electricity rates in Malta, MT
Malta (1,963 people, Phillips 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 Malta
| 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 Phillips County right now
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Outage history in Phillips County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 67 | 1,866 |
| Days with outages | 3 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 246 (12.3%) | 3,209 (161.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (67 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Belknap Agency 15.7¢
- Glasgow 15.7¢
- Chinook 15.7¢
- Havre 15.7¢
- Wolf Point 12.9¢
- Lewistown 15.7¢
- Scobey 12.9¢
- Fort Benton 15.7¢
- Roundup 15.7¢
- Forsyth 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59538
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Malta?
Most homes in Malta 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 Malta: Fergus Electric Co-op (16.97¢).
What is the average electric bill in Malta?
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 Malta, MT?
2 utilities serve Malta'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 Malta?
In 2025, customers in Phillips County averaged 31 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 3,209 customers (161.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.