What is the average electricity rate in Pocatello, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Pocatello is approximately 11.57¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Pocatello?

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

Which electric company serves Pocatello, Idaho?

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

Which gas company serves Pocatello?

Pocatello 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 Pocatello electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Pocatello's electricity rate of 11.57¢/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 Pocatello?

To start electric service in Pocatello, contact Idaho Power Co and PacifiCorp. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Pocatello, Idaho

Pocatello is served by Idaho Power Co and PacifiCorp. Utilities covering Bannock County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.57¢/kWh — below the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $108. Natural gas in Pocatello is distributed by Intermountain Gas Company.

Compared to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh/kWh, Pocatello's electricity rate of 11.57¢/kWh is 0.78¢ below the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Pocatello

Idaho Power Co
PacifiCorp

Natural Gas Utility in Pocatello

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Pocatello vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Pocatello	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.57¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.83	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$108	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$65	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Pocatello Residents

As a Idaho city, Pocatello 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 Pocatello 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 Pocatello, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Pocatello is approximately 11.57¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Pocatello pay an average of $65 per month. The rate is approximately $0.83/therm per therm.
Electricity in Pocatello is distributed by Idaho Power Co and PacifiCorp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Pocatello 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.
Pocatello's electricity rate of 11.57¢/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 Pocatello, contact Idaho Power Co and PacifiCorp. 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.