Electricity rates in Rupert, ID
Rupert (5,705 people, Minidoka County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Idaho Power Co. pay about 12.84¢/kWh, 2% more than the Idaho average.
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Electric companies serving Rupert
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.84¢ | $115 | 540K | 171 |
| United Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 9.09¢ | $144 | 5,169 | 226 |
Power outages in Minidoka County right now
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Outage history in Minidoka County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 43 | 30 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,733 (14.8%) | 519 (4.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-24 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (43 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Paul 12.8¢
- Heyburn 12.8¢
- Burley 12.8¢
- Hansen 12.8¢
- Kimberly 12.8¢
- Twin Falls 12.8¢
- Shoshone 12.8¢
- Jerome 12.8¢
- American Falls 12.8¢
- Filer 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 83350
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rupert?
Most homes in Rupert 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Rupert: United Electric Co-op (9.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rupert?
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 Rupert, ID?
2 utilities serve Rupert's ZIP codes: Idaho Power Co., United Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rupert?
In 2025, customers in Minidoka County averaged 30 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 519 customers (4.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.