What is the average electricity rate in Mackay, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Mackay is approximately 12.60¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $94 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Mackay?

Natural gas customers in Mackay pay an average of $63 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Mackay, Idaho?

Electricity in Mackay 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 Mackay?

Mackay 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 Mackay electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Mackay's electricity rate of 12.60¢/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 Mackay?

To start electric service in Mackay, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Mackay, Idaho

Mackay 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, Mackay's electricity rate of 12.60¢/kWh is 0.25¢ above the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Mackay

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

Natural Gas Utility in Mackay

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Mackay vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Mackay	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.60¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.81	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$94	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$63	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mackay Residents

As a Idaho city, Mackay 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 Mackay 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 Mackay, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Mackay is approximately 12.60¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $94 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mackay pay an average of $63 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mackay is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Mackay 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.
Mackay's electricity rate of 12.60¢/kWh is above the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Mackay, 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.