WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Missoula

Montana

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The State of Electricity in Missoula

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Missoula

Average monthly bill

January

$424highest

February

$342

March

$191

April

$155

May

$133

June

$117lowest

July

$121

August

$120

September

$120

October

$139

November

$228

December

$296

Carbon Emissions

1,660 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,707 kWh

Where does Missoula’s electricity come from?

Missoula's energy comes from Coal, Hydroelectric, Wind, Natural Gas, Petroleum, and Solar. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 40% of Missoula's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 28%. Wind provides 23% of the energy in Missoula. Natural Gas provides 5% of the energy in Missoula. Petroleum provides 2% of the energy in Missoula. Solar provides 1% of the energy in Missoula.

40%

Coal

28%

Hydroelectric

23%

Wind

5%

Natural Gas

2%

Petroleum

1%

Solar

Solar energy in Missoula

The state of solar in Missoula

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

903 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$13,452

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

13 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Missoula 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.

Utilities in Missoula

Missoula Electric Coop, IncNorthWestern Corporation

NorthWestern Corporation Rates

NorthWestern Corporation has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Electric Delivery ServiceFixed13¢

Missoula Electric Coop, Inc Rates

Missoula Electric Coop, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceTOU7¢ to 200¢

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