What is the average electricity rate in Boise City, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Boise City is approximately 11.65¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Boise City?

Natural gas customers in Boise City pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $0.83/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Boise City, Idaho?

Electricity in Boise City is distributed by Idaho Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Boise City?

Boise City natural gas service is provided by Intermountain Gas Company and Avista Utilities. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Boise City electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Boise City's electricity rate of 11.65¢/kWh is below the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Boise City?

To start electric service in Boise City, contact Idaho Power Co. For gas service, contact Intermountain Gas Company and Avista Utilities. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Boise City, Idaho Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

11.65¢/kWh

0.70¢ below the Idaho average

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Natural Gas Rate

$0.83/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$109

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$65

per month

Gas & Electricity in Boise City, Idaho

Boise City is served by Idaho Power Co. Utilities covering Ada County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.65¢/kWh — below the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $109. Natural gas in Boise City is distributed by Intermountain Gas Company.

Compared to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh/kWh, Boise City's electricity rate of 11.65¢/kWh is 0.70¢ below the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Boise City

Idaho Power Co

Natural Gas Utility in Boise City

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Boise City vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Boise City	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.65¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.83	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$109	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$65	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Boise City Residents

As a Idaho city, Boise City residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Idaho LIHEAP
✅ Idaho Weatherization Assistance
✅ Idaho Power Energy Efficiency Rebates
✅ Avista Comfort Level Billing

Energy-Saving Tips for Boise City Residents

✓ Washington's cheap hydroelectric power makes electric heating economical.
✓ Consider an electric heat pump — it's 2-3x more efficient than gas heating.
✓ Use weatherization to protect against cold and wet Pacific Northwest winters.
✓ Seattle City Light and PSE offer rebates for insulation and HVAC upgrades.
✓ Sign up for Washington's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Boise City, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Boise City is approximately 11.65¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $109 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Boise City pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $0.83/therm per therm.
Electricity in Boise City is distributed by Idaho Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Boise City natural gas service is provided by Intermountain Gas Company and Avista Utilities. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Boise City's electricity rate of 11.65¢/kWh is below the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Boise City, contact Idaho Power Co. For gas service, contact Intermountain Gas Company and Avista Utilities. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.