What is the average electricity rate in Fernwood, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Fernwood is approximately 11.98¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $89 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fernwood?

Natural gas customers in Fernwood pay an average of $66 per month. The rate is approximately $0.85/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fernwood, Idaho?

Electricity in Fernwood 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 Fernwood?

Fernwood 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 Fernwood electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Fernwood's electricity rate of 11.98¢/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 Fernwood?

To start electric service in Fernwood, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Fernwood, Idaho

Fernwood residents in Idaho receive electric service through Idaho Power and natural gas distribution from Intermountain Gas Company. Idaho's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Fernwood households.

Compared to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh/kWh, Fernwood's electricity rate of 11.98¢/kWh is 0.37¢ below the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Fernwood

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

Natural Gas Utility in Fernwood

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Fernwood vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Fernwood	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.98¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.85	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$89	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$66	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fernwood Residents

As a Idaho city, Fernwood 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 Fernwood 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 Fernwood, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Fernwood is approximately 11.98¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $89 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fernwood pay an average of $66 per month. The rate is approximately $0.85/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fernwood is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Fernwood 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.
Fernwood's electricity rate of 11.98¢/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 Fernwood, 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.