Electricity rates in Ponderay, ID
Ponderay (1,138 people, Bonner County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Avista Corp. pay about 12.65¢/kWh, 0% less than the Idaho average.
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Electric companies serving Ponderay
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 12.65¢ | $114 | 129K | 973 |
| Northern Lights | Electric cooperative | 13.02¢ | $145 | 18K | 1,054 |
Power outages in Bonner County right now
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Outage history in Bonner County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,378 | 733 |
| Days with outages | 85 | 94 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,917 (69.5%) | 14,387 (52.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-26 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,378 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sandpoint 12.7¢
- Priest River 12.7¢
- Spirit Lake 12.7¢
- Bonners Ferry 13.0¢
- Rathdrum 12.7¢
- Hayden 12.7¢
- Dalton Gardens 12.7¢
- Coeur d'Alene 12.7¢
- Post Falls 12.7¢
- Pinehurst 12.7¢
ZIP codes: 83852
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ponderay?
Most homes in Ponderay get power from Avista Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 12.65¢/kWh including all charges. The Idaho average is 12.65¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Ponderay: Northern Lights (13.02¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ponderay?
About $114 a month, based on 900 kWh a month (the average for Avista Corp. customers) at 12.65¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ponderay, ID?
2 utilities serve Ponderay's ZIP codes: Avista Corp., Northern Lights. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ponderay?
In 2025, customers in Bonner County averaged 12 hr 13 min without power. Outages hit 94 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 14,387 customers (52.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.