Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Idaho | Washington | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.25¢ | 13.85¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 8.90¢ | 11.05¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.78¢ | 6.92¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $115.62 | $132.33 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 944 | 955 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Idaho has a lower residential electricity rate at 12.25¢/kWh compared to Washington's 13.85¢/kWh — a difference of 1.60¢/kWh (11.6%).
The average monthly electric bill in Idaho is $115.62 (944 kWh/month), while in Washington it is $132.33 (955 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Idaho has a regulated electricity market, while Washington has a regulated market.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Idaho is below the national average at 12.25¢/kWh, and Washington is below the national average at 13.85¢/kWh.
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