What is the average electricity rate in Smelterville, Idaho?

The average residential electricity rate in Smelterville is approximately 12.35¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $92 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Smelterville?

Natural gas customers in Smelterville pay an average of $64 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Smelterville, Idaho?

Electricity in Smelterville 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 Smelterville?

Smelterville 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 Smelterville electricity rates compare to Idaho averages?

Smelterville's electricity rate of 12.35¢/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 Smelterville?

To start electric service in Smelterville, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Smelterville, Idaho

Smelterville, Idaho is served by Idaho Power for electricity and Intermountain Gas Company for natural gas. Rates in Smelterville are comparable to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Idaho state average of 12.35¢/kWh/kWh, Smelterville's electricity rate of 12.35¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the Idaho average. As Idaho has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Smelterville

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

Natural Gas Utility in Smelterville

Intermountain Gas Company
Avista Utilities

Smelterville vs Idaho Energy Rates

Metric	Smelterville	Idaho Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.35¢	12.35¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.81	$0.83	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$92	$92	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$64	$65	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Smelterville Residents

As a Idaho city, Smelterville 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 Smelterville 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 Smelterville, Idaho

The average residential electricity rate in Smelterville is approximately 12.35¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $92 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Smelterville pay an average of $64 per month. The rate is approximately $0.81/therm per therm.
Electricity in Smelterville is distributed by Idaho Power and Avista Utilities. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Smelterville 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.
Smelterville's electricity rate of 12.35¢/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 Smelterville, 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.