What is the average electricity rate in Thompson Falls, Montana?

The average residential electricity rate in Thompson Falls is approximately 15.40¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $107 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Thompson Falls?

Natural gas customers in Thompson Falls pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $0.77/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Thompson Falls, Montana?

Electricity in Thompson Falls 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 Thompson Falls?

Thompson Falls 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 Thompson Falls electricity rates compare to Montana averages?

Thompson Falls's electricity rate of 15.40¢/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 Thompson Falls?

To start electric service in Thompson Falls, 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.

Thompson Falls, Montana Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Thompson Falls, Montana

Thompson Falls, Montana is served by NorthWestern Energy for electricity and NorthWestern Energy for natural gas. Rates in Thompson Falls 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, Thompson Falls's electricity rate of 15.40¢/kWh is 0.73¢ above the Montana average. As Montana has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Thompson Falls

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

Natural Gas Utility in Thompson Falls

NorthWestern Energy
Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)

Thompson Falls vs Montana Energy Rates

Metric	Thompson Falls	Montana Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.40¢	14.67¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.77	$0.78	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$107	$102	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$74	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Thompson Falls Residents

As a Montana city, Thompson Falls 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 Thompson Falls 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 Thompson Falls, Montana

The average residential electricity rate in Thompson Falls is approximately 15.40¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $107 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Thompson Falls pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $0.77/therm per therm.
Electricity in Thompson Falls 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.
Thompson Falls 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.
Thompson Falls's electricity rate of 15.40¢/kWh is above the Montana state average of 14.67¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Thompson Falls, 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.