What is the average electricity rate in South Hills, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in South Hills is approximately 14.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $98 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in South Hills?

Natural gas customers in South Hills pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $0.80/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves South Hills, Montana?

Electricity in South Hills 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 South Hills?

South Hills 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 South Hills electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

South Hills's electricity rate of 14.08¢/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 South Hills?

To start electric service in South Hills, 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.

South Hills, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in South Hills, Montana

Electricity in South Hills, 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, South Hills's electricity rate of 14.08¢/kWh is 0.59¢ below the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in South Hills

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

Natural Gas Utility in South Hills

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

South Hills vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	South Hills	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.08¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.80	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$98	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for South Hills Residents

As a Montana city, South Hills 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 South Hills 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 South Hills, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in South Hills is approximately 14.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $98 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in South Hills pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $0.80/therm per therm.
Electricity in South Hills 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.
South Hills 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.
South Hills's electricity rate of 14.08¢/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 South Hills, 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.