What is the average electricity rate in Lincoln, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in Lincoln is approximately 14.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $103 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lincoln?

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

Which electric company serves Lincoln, Montana?

Electricity in Lincoln 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 Lincoln?

Lincoln 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 Lincoln electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Lincoln's electricity rate of 14.82¢/kWh is above the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Lincoln?

To start electric service in Lincoln, 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.

Lincoln, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lincoln, Montana

Lincoln residents in Montana receive electric service through NorthWestern Energy and natural gas distribution from NorthWestern Energy. Montana's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Lincoln households.

Compared to the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh/kWh, Lincoln's electricity rate of 14.82¢/kWh is 0.15¢ above the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lincoln

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

Natural Gas Utility in Lincoln

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Lincoln vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Lincoln	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.82¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.81	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$103	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$77	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lincoln Residents

As a Montana city, Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Lincoln is approximately 14.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $103 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lincoln pay an average of $77 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lincoln 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.
Lincoln 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.
Lincoln's electricity rate of 14.82¢/kWh is above the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Lincoln, 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.