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EV Charging Costs in Montana
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Montana ranks #6 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.13/kWh. Montana has an EV adoption rate of 1.9% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 219 Level 2 ports and 254 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.13/kWh
Rank #6 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
156
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Montana
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.13/kWh
$0.05/kWh below US average
up 2.1%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Montana Utility Average | $0.13/kWh |
| Montana Municipal Utility | $0.12/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Montana for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Montana
View more Montana cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billings | $0.14/kWh | $36.84/month | View city page -> |
| Billings Metro | $0.13/kWh | $34.21/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Billings Suburbs | $0.12/kWh | $31.58/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Montana
Level 2 Ports
219
DC Fast Ports
254
Stations per 100k Residents
13.8
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Montana and update per state page.
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How Montana Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana (Current) | $0.13/kWh | #6 | 254 |
| Idaho | $0.12/kWh | #1 | 260 |
| Wyoming | $0.14/kWh | #17 | 167 |
| North Dakota | $0.12/kWh | #2 | 142 |
| South Dakota | $0.14/kWh | #15 | 151 |
| Utah | $0.13/kWh | #10 | 765 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Montana?
For most drivers in Montana, 1,000 monthly miles usually lands near $34.21 in home-charging cost at the current $0.13/kWh benchmark.
How do city charging rates vary inside Montana?
Missoula is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.11/kWh, while Great Falls reaches about $0.13/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Montana?
Montana shows about 156 public charging locations, 254 DC fast ports, and roughly 13.8 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Montana cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Idaho is currently lower at $0.12/kWh, while Montana is $0.13/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Montana?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Tesla Destination, Non-Networked, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.