Electricity rates in Three Forks, MT
Three Forks (1,926 people, Gallatin 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 Three Forks
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy | Investor-owned utility | 15.71¢ | $111 | 334K | 125 |
Power outages in Gallatin County right now
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Outage history in Gallatin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 145 | 104 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,843 (13.3%) | 13,980 (14.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-29 | 2025-11-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (145 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 59752
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Three Forks?
Most homes in Three Forks 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 Three Forks?
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 Three Forks, MT?
NorthWestern Energy serves Three Forks.
How often does the power go out in Three Forks?
In 2025, customers in Gallatin County averaged 104 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-24, when 13,980 customers (14.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.