Electricity rates in Polson, MT
Polson (4,707 people, Lake County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on USBIA-Mission Valley Power pay about 9.56¢/kWh, 31% less than the Montana average.
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Electric companies serving Polson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USBIA-Mission Valley Power | Federal utility | 9.56¢ | $122 | 16K | — |
| Missoula Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.41¢ | $122 | 15K | 1,332 |
Power outages in Lake County right now
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Outage history in Lake County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 211 | 292 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,412 (14.2%) | 5,323 (22.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-24 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (211 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pablo 9.6¢
- Ronan 9.6¢
- Lakeside 10.4¢
- Bigfork 10.4¢
- Somers 10.4¢
- Kalispell 10.4¢
- Evergreen 10.4¢
- Plains 15.7¢
- Columbia Falls 10.4¢
- Frenchtown 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 59860
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Polson?
Most homes in Polson get power from USBIA-Mission Valley Power, where residential customers pay an average of 9.56¢/kWh including all charges. The Montana average is 13.84¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Polson: Missoula Electric Co-op (11.41¢).
What is the average electric bill in Polson?
About $122 a month, based on 1,274 kWh a month (the average for USBIA-Mission Valley Power customers) at 9.56¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Polson, MT?
2 utilities serve Polson's ZIP codes: USBIA-Mission Valley Power, Missoula Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Polson?
In 2025, customers in Lake County averaged 4 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 5,323 customers (22.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.