What is the average electricity rate in Cataldo, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Cataldo is approximately 12.47¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $93 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cataldo?

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

Which electric company serves Cataldo, Idaho?

Electricity in Cataldo is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Cataldo?

Cataldo 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 Cataldo electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Cataldo's electricity rate of 12.47¢/kWh is above the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Cataldo?

To start electric service in Cataldo, contact Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. 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.

Cataldo, Idaho Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Cataldo, Idaho

Cataldo is a community in Idaho served by Idaho Power for electric and Intermountain Gas Company for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Idaho's statewide energy market and the region's dry, cold winters at altitude, hot summers in Snake River Plain climate.

Compared to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh/kWh, Cataldo's electricity rate of 12.47¢/kWh is 0.12¢ above the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cataldo

Idaho Power
Avista Utilities
Rocky Mountain Power (PacifiCorp)
Fall River Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Cataldo

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Cataldo vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Cataldo	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.47¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.83	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$93	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$65	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cataldo Residents

As a Idaho city, Cataldo 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 Cataldo 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 Cataldo, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Cataldo is approximately 12.47¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $93 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cataldo pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $0.83/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cataldo is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Cataldo 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.
Cataldo's electricity rate of 12.47¢/kWh is above the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Cataldo, contact Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. 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.