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

The average residential electricity rate in Big Sky is approximately 14.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Big Sky?

Natural gas customers in Big Sky pay an average of $77 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Big Sky, Montana?

Electricity in Big Sky 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 Sky?

Big Sky 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 Sky electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Big Sky's electricity rate of 14.52¢/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 Sky?

To start electric service in Big Sky, 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 Sky, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Big Sky, Montana

Big Sky, Montana is served by NorthWestern Energy for electricity and NorthWestern Energy for natural gas. Rates in Big Sky are comparable to the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh/kWh, Big Sky's electricity rate of 14.52¢/kWh is 0.15¢ below the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Big Sky

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

Natural Gas Utility in Big Sky

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Big Sky vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Big Sky	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.52¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.81	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$101	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$77	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Big Sky Residents

As a Montana city, Big Sky 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 Sky 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 Sky, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Big Sky is approximately 14.52¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Big Sky pay an average of $77 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.
Electricity in Big Sky 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 Sky 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 Sky's electricity rate of 14.52¢/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 Sky, 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.