Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Idaho | Montana | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.25¢ | 12.82¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 8.90¢ | 11.62¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.78¢ | 6.34¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $115.62 | $109.25 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 944 | 852 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | deregulated | — |
Idaho has a lower residential electricity rate at 12.25¢/kWh compared to Montana's 12.82¢/kWh — a difference of 0.57¢/kWh (4.4%).
The average monthly electric bill in Idaho is $115.62 (944 kWh/month), while in Montana it is $109.25 (852 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Idaho has a regulated electricity market, while Montana has a deregulated market. In deregulated markets, consumers can choose their electricity supplier, which may offer more competitive rates.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Idaho is below the national average at 12.25¢/kWh, and Montana is below the national average at 12.82¢/kWh.
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