WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Bighorn
Montana
Montana
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Bighorn
January
$336February
$359highestMarch
$141April
$119May
$112June
$105lowestJuly
$116August
$111September
$108October
$119November
$207December
$212Carbon Emissions
1,421 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,462 kWh
Bighorn's energy comes from Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, Natural Gas, Petroleum, and Solar. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Bighorn's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 28%. Wind provides 23% of the energy in Bighorn. Natural Gas provides 5% of the energy in Bighorn. Petroleum provides 2% of the energy in Bighorn. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Bighorn.
40%
Coal
28%
Hydroelectric
23%
Wind
5%
Natural Gas
2%
Petroleum
1%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
0 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,982
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Bighorn can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Mid-Yellowstone Elec Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Farm, Residential, and Public Buildings | Fixed | 9¢ to 13¢ |
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