Electricity rates in Pocatello, ID
Pocatello (54,441 people, Bannock 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 Pocatello
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.84¢ | $115 | 540K | 171 |
Power outages in Bannock County right now
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Outage history in Bannock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 186 | 149 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 45 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,999 (9.1%) | 8,491 (19.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-02 | 2025-08-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (186 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chubbuck 12.8¢
- Tyhee 12.8¢
- Fort Hall 12.8¢
- Aberdeen 12.8¢
- American Falls 12.8¢
- Blackfoot 12.8¢
- Moreland 12.8¢
- Shelley 12.8¢
- Soda Springs 13.5¢
- Idaho Falls 13.5¢
ZIP codes: 83201, 83202, 83204, 83205, 83206, 83209
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pocatello?
Most homes in Pocatello 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 Pocatello?
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 Pocatello, ID?
Idaho Power Co. serves Pocatello.
How often does the power go out in Pocatello?
In 2025, customers in Bannock County averaged 2 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 45 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-29, when 8,491 customers (19.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.