STATE ELECTRICITY REPORT / ID
Idaho electricity prices and operating costs.
Latest residential average: 12.35¢/kWh for 2026-05.
Residential rate12.35¢
1 month-2.8%
1 year+4.0%
5 years+19.7%
Cost to run common equipment in Idaho
Every row uses the same standardized annual kWh assumption used on the national Cost to Run Index.
| Equipment | Annual kWh | Monthly cost | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional Sauna | 1,755 | $18 | $217 |
| Infrared Sauna | 211 | $2 | $26 |
| EV Charging | 2,880 | $30 | $356 |
| Central Air Conditioning | 3,360 | $35 | $415 |
| Heat Pump | 3,600 | $37 | $445 |
| Hot Tub | 2,190 | $23 | $270 |
| Pool Pump | 2,160 | $22 | $267 |
| Electric Water Heater | 4,500 | $46 | $556 |
| Refrigerator | 600 | $6 | $74 |
| Electric Clothes Dryer | 468 | $5 | $58 |
| Dishwasher | 312 | $3 | $39 |
| Electric Oven | 520 | $5 | $64 |
| Dehumidifier | 720 | $7 | $89 |
| Space Heater | 900 | $9 | $111 |
| Chest Freezer | 350 | $4 | $43 |