Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Montana | Wyoming | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.82¢ | 13.91¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 11.62¢ | 9.55¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.34¢ | 8.30¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $109.25 | $120.10 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 852 | 863 | — |
| Market Type | deregulated | regulated | — |
Montana has a lower residential electricity rate at 12.82¢/kWh compared to Wyoming's 13.91¢/kWh — a difference of 1.09¢/kWh (7.8%).
The average monthly electric bill in Montana is $109.25 (852 kWh/month), while in Wyoming it is $120.10 (863 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Montana has a deregulated electricity market, while Wyoming has a regulated market. In deregulated markets, consumers can choose their electricity supplier, which may offer more competitive rates.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Montana is below the national average at 12.82¢/kWh, and Wyoming is below the national average at 13.91¢/kWh.
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