Electricity rates in Shoshone, ID
Shoshone (1,488 people, Lincoln 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 Shoshone
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.84¢ | $115 | 540K | 171 |
Power outages in Lincoln County right now
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Outage history in Lincoln County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 519 | 421 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,633 (238.7%) | 848 (35.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-15 | 2025-10-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (519 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 83352
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shoshone?
Most homes in Shoshone 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 Shoshone?
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 Shoshone, ID?
Idaho Power Co. serves Shoshone.
How often does the power go out in Shoshone?
In 2025, customers in Lincoln County averaged 7 hr 1 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-31, when 848 customers (35.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.