What is the average electricity rate in Big Arm, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in Big Arm is approximately 13.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $97 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Big Arm?

Natural gas customers in Big Arm pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $0.78/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Big Arm, Montana?

Electricity in Big Arm is distributed by NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Big Arm?

Big Arm natural gas service is provided by NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Big Arm electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Big Arm's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is below the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Big Arm?

To start electric service in Big Arm, contact NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). For gas service, contact NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Big Arm, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Big Arm, Montana

Electricity in Big Arm, Montana (MT) is distributed by NorthWestern Energy at rates close to the Montana average of 14.67¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by NorthWestern Energy. Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh/kWh, Big Arm's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is 0.73¢ below the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Big Arm

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)
Flathead Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Big Arm

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Big Arm vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Big Arm	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.94¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.78	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$97	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$74	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Big Arm Residents

As a Montana city, Big Arm residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Montana LIHEAP
✅ Montana Weatherization Assistance
✅ Big Sky Energy (Montana LIEAP)
✅ NorthWestern Energy Rebate Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Big Arm Residents

✓ Washington's cheap hydroelectric power makes electric heating economical.
✓ Consider an electric heat pump — it's 2-3x more efficient than gas heating.
✓ Use weatherization to protect against cold and wet Pacific Northwest winters.
✓ Seattle City Light and PSE offer rebates for insulation and HVAC upgrades.
✓ Sign up for Washington's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Big Arm, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Big Arm is approximately 13.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $97 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Big Arm pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $0.78/therm per therm.
Electricity in Big Arm is distributed by NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Big Arm natural gas service is provided by NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Big Arm's electricity rate of 13.94¢/kWh is below the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Big Arm, contact NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). For gas service, contact NorthWestern Energy and Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU). You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.