What is the average electricity rate in Saint Marie, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in Saint Marie 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 Saint Marie?

Natural gas customers in Saint Marie pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $0.74/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Saint Marie, Montana?

Electricity in Saint Marie 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 Saint Marie?

Saint Marie 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 Saint Marie electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Saint Marie'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 Saint Marie?

To start electric service in Saint Marie, 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.

Saint Marie, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Saint Marie, Montana

Saint Marie, Montana is served by NorthWestern Energy for electricity and NorthWestern Energy for natural gas. Rates in Saint Marie 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, Saint Marie'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 Saint Marie

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

Natural Gas Utility in Saint Marie

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Saint Marie vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Saint Marie	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.94¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.74	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$97	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$70	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Saint Marie Residents

As a Montana city, Saint Marie 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 Saint Marie 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 Saint Marie, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Saint Marie is approximately 13.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $97 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Saint Marie pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $0.74/therm per therm.
Electricity in Saint Marie 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.
Saint Marie 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.
Saint Marie'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 Saint Marie, 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.