What is the average electricity rate in Loring, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in Loring is approximately 14.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Loring?

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

Which electric company serves Loring, Montana?

Electricity in Loring 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 Loring?

Loring 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 Loring electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Loring's electricity rate of 14.96¢/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 Loring?

To start electric service in Loring, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Loring, Montana

Electricity in Loring, 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, Loring's electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh is 0.29¢ above the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Loring

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

Natural Gas Utility in Loring

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Loring vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Loring	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.96¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.78	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$104	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$74	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Loring Residents

As a Montana city, Loring 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 Loring 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 Loring, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Loring is approximately 14.96¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Loring pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $0.78/therm per therm.
Electricity in Loring 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.
Loring 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.
Loring's electricity rate of 14.96¢/kWh is above the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Loring, 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.