Utility rates in Augusta vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Augusta
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Augusta heats its homes
34% natural gas · 6% electricity · 60% other fuels
Electric rates in Augusta
Residential rates range from 14.6¢ to 14.6¢ per kWh.
Augusta is served by NorthWestern Energy LLC - (MT), a investor owned utility.
This is 11% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Augusta
Augusta has moderate broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 1 provider
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 55 providers
Internet 4 providers
ZIP codes in Augusta, MT
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.