Broadwater County, MT: 2 Electric Providers

Broadwater County, Montana Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Broadwater County, Montana Electricity Overview

The average residential price per kilowatt hour in Broadwater County is 11.12 cents. This is about 30.58% below the national average price of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.

Broadwater County generates 39,480 megawatt hours from hydroelectric sources in the last year, which gives them a rank of 351st out of 3230 counties in the nation for total hydroelectric generation.

When calculating by customer count, NorthWestern Energy is the largest electricity company in Broadwater County.

Broadwater County averages 5.94 megawatt hours per person produced from renewable electricity sources, which is 22nd highest in the state out of 56.

Broadwater County has a population of 6,641 citizens.

Over 100.00% of Broadwater County's electricity generation comes from renewable fuel sources, putting Broadwater County at 1202nd in the nation for total sustainable electricity production.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    91,476 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    13.77 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    39,480 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    39,480 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    5.94 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    26,973,475 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,061.66 kg

Townsend, MT Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Townsend is around 11.12 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 10.55% lower than Montana's average rate of 12.43 cents, which ranks the city 61st best for average electricity rate out of 498 cities in Montana. NorthWestern Energy has an estimated 5 residential customers, more than all other electricity suppliers in the city.

The consumption of electricity in Townsend accounts for 15,891,924.48 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 46th highest in the state out of 498 cities. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per person in the city, which is 7,145.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation Townsend is the 367th highest polluting city in the state. The city has zero power producing plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Townsend

Townsend residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.150/kWh$0.113/kWh$147.74/mo.$60.23/mo.
61st11.12¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Townsend
246th$111.25Average residential monthly electricity bill for Townsend Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Townsend, Montana

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
NorthWestern EnergyBUNDLED14.21104.142,830,524.92402,135,169
Vigilante Electric CooperativeBUNDLED7.89119.58199,28215,732,600

Wheatland CDP, MT Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Wheatland CDP is around 11.12 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 10.55% lower than Montana's average rate of 12.43 cents, which ranks the city 61st best for average electricity rate out of 498 cities in Montana. Wheatland CDP has the 125th highest population in Montana, with 705 citizens living within its borders. NorthWestern Energy is the largest electricity provider in the city based on residential customer count.

The consumption of electricity in Wheatland CDP accounts for 5,037,682.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 123rd highest in the state out of 498 cities. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per person in the city, which is 7,145.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation Wheatland CDP is the 10th highest polluting city in the state. The city has zero power producing plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Wheatland CDP

Wheatland CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.150/kWh$0.113/kWh$147.74/mo.$60.23/mo.
61st11.12¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Wheatland CDP
246th$111.25Average residential monthly electricity bill for Wheatland CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Wheatland CDP, Montana

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
NorthWestern EnergyBUNDLED14.21104.142,830,524.92402,135,169
Vigilante Electric CooperativeBUNDLED7.89119.58199,28215,732,600

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Spokane Creek CDP, MT Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity price for Spokane Creek CDP is around 11.12 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 10.55% lower than Montana's average rate of 12.43 cents, which ranks the city 61st best for average electricity rate out of 498 cities in Montana. Spokane Creek CDP has the 166th highest population in Montana, with 422 citizens living within its borders. NorthWestern Energy is the largest electricity provider in the city based on residential customer count.

The consumption of electricity in Spokane Creek CDP accounts for 3,015,464.09 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which is the 163rd highest in the state out of 498 cities. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per person in the city, which is 7,145.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation Spokane Creek CDP is the 87th highest polluting city in the state. The city has zero power producing plants.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Spokane Creek CDP

Spokane Creek CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.150/kWh$0.113/kWh$147.74/mo.$60.23/mo.
61st11.12¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Spokane Creek CDP
246th$111.25Average residential monthly electricity bill for Spokane Creek CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Spokane Creek CDP, Montana

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
NorthWestern EnergyBUNDLED14.21104.142,830,524.92402,135,169
Vigilante Electric CooperativeBUNDLED7.89119.58199,28215,732,600

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Electricity Production in Broadwater County, Montana

Power Plants in Broadwater County, Montana

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Broadwater Power ProjectMontana Dept-Natural Res&Consv (100.00%)
Broadwater County MT Conventional Hydroelectric 39,480

Broadwater County, Montana Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Broadwater County results in 26,973,474.81 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 2498th largest emissions amount of any county in the country. More telling of the county's pollution reality is the per person CO2 emission amount. That amount stands at 4,061.66 kilograms of CO2 emissions, which results in the county being the 36th ranked county in the state and 1896th nationally for CO2 emissions released per capita. About 100.00% of electricity in Broadwater County comes from generation using Conventional Hydroelectric. Broadwater County is home to one electricity producing plant.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
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100.00%

Broadwater County, Montana Net Metering

Broadwater County has 2 out of 2 electricity suppliers reporting that they offer net metering to residents with personal solar panels. The state of Montana has pretty good state level net metering regulations.

Energy Loss

The one company in Broadwater County who reports energy loss data reported an annual loss of 7.28%. With a nationwide average energy loss of 2.87%, Broadwater County is ranked as the 2713th best county in the US for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Broadwater County, Montana

FAQ

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Broadwater County, Montana?

The largest electricity provider in Broadwater County, Montana by total revenue is NorthWestern Energy.

How many power plants are in Broadwater County, Montana?

Broadwater County, Montana has one electricity plant generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.

Which electricity companies offer service in Broadwater County, Montana?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1NorthWestern Energy4,276
2Vigilante Electric Cooperative820

How many electric companies offer service in Broadwater County, Montana?

Broadwater County, Montana has 2 electricity suppliers offering service in the area.

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2023-08-22