What is the average electricity rate in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Lava Hot Springs is approximately 12.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $91 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lava Hot Springs?

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

Which electric company serves Lava Hot Springs, Idaho?

Electricity in Lava Hot Springs 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 Lava Hot Springs?

Lava Hot Springs 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 Lava Hot Springs electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Lava Hot Springs's electricity rate of 12.23¢/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 Lava Hot Springs?

To start electric service in Lava Hot Springs, 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.

Lava Hot Springs, Idaho Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lava Hot Springs, Idaho

Lava Hot Springs 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, Lava Hot Springs's electricity rate of 12.23¢/kWh is 0.12¢ below the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lava Hot Springs

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

Natural Gas Utility in Lava Hot Springs

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Lava Hot Springs vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Lava Hot Springs	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.23¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.83	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$91	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$65	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lava Hot Springs Residents

As a Idaho city, Lava Hot Springs 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 Lava Hot Springs 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 Lava Hot Springs, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Lava Hot Springs is approximately 12.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $91 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lava Hot Springs pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $0.83/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lava Hot Springs is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Lava Hot Springs 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.
Lava Hot Springs's electricity rate of 12.23¢/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 Lava Hot Springs, 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.