Electricity rates in Emmett, ID
Emmett (6,604 people, Gem County) is served by Idaho Power Co.. Homes on Idaho Power Co. pay about 12.84¢/kWh, 2% more than the Idaho average.
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Electric companies serving Emmett
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.84¢ | $115 | 540K | 171 |
Power outages in Gem County right now
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Outage history in Gem County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 286 | 235 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,910 (137%) | 6,949 (80%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-18 | 2025-12-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (286 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eagle Foothills 12.8¢
- Star 12.8¢
- Middleton 12.8¢
- Eagle 12.8¢
- Hidden Spring 12.8¢
- New Plymouth 12.8¢
- Caldwell 12.8¢
- Meridian 12.8¢
- Garden City 12.8¢
- Fruitland 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 83617
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Emmett?
Most homes in Emmett get power from Idaho Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.84¢/kWh including all charges. The Idaho average is 12.65¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Emmett?
About $115 a month, based on 899 kWh a month (the average for Idaho Power Co. customers) at 12.84¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Emmett, ID?
Idaho Power Co. serves Emmett.
How often does the power go out in Emmett?
In 2025, customers in Gem County averaged 3 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-25, when 6,949 customers (80%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.