Electricity rates in 59702 — Butte, MT
Homes in ZIP 59702 pay about 16.4¢ per kWh (NorthWestern Energy LLC (MT), Jan–Aug 2026). The Montana average is 15.6¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 16.4¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 59702 is
scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 59702
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in MT |
|---|---|---|---|
| NorthWestern Energy LLC (MT) Investor Owned | 16.4¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $101 | 328,127 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Silver Bow; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
Montana price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the Mountain region, which includes Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 59702
How much does electricity cost in 59702?
About 16.4¢ per kWh for homes (NorthWestern Energy LLC (MT), Jan–Aug 2026, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $147.
Who is the electric utility for 59702?
NorthWestern Energy LLC (MT), with about 328,127 residential customers in Montana.
Is electricity in MT getting more expensive?
The Montana residential average was 15.6¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 9% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.
Can I choose my electricity supplier in MT?
Montana allows retail electricity choice for many households; the local utility still delivers the power.