Residential electricity prices in Colstrip, MT in July 2026 averaged approximately 14.99 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 18% less than the national average rate of 18.31 ¢/kWh (July 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Colstrip differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from June 2025 to June 2026 - residential electricity prices in Colstrip increased approximately 2%, from 14.81 ¢/kWh to 15.14 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Colstrip in July 2026 averaged 12.40 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 53% less than the national average rate of 26.45 $/Mcf (July 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Colstrip natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Colstrip natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Colstrip (Montana) decreased approximately 11%, from 11.33 $/Mcf (June 2025) to 10.12 $/Mcf (June 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Colstrip solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Colstrip levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The city of Colstrip, MT in Rosebud County has an approximate population of 2,214. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Colstrip, MT, or for other information related to utilities in Colstrip, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
A chemical that smells like sulfur is added to natural gas. This allows it to be detected in cases where leaks occur.
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