Salmon River Electric Co-op electricity rates
Electric cooperative · Idaho · WECC region
Salmon River Electric Co-op is a member-owned electric cooperative, so its customers own it and elect its board, serving 2,426 homes in Idaho. Its residential customers pay an average of 10.37¢/kWh including fixed and delivery charges, 42% less than the U.S. average.
Rate basis: EIA-861M monthly utility data, 12 months ending 2026-07.
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Salmon River Electric Co-op bill estimates
| Monthly use | At average all-in rate | Base tariff charges* |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $51.85 | $121.00 |
| 1,000 kWh | $103.70 | $149.00 |
| 1,500 kWh | $155.55 | $177.00 |
| 2,000 kWh | $207.40 | $205.00 |
*Single Phase Residential (801-1000 Amperage) (effective 2014-04-01, $93.00/month customer charge), energy and fixed charges from the OpenEI Utility Rate Database. Riders, fuel adjustments and taxes are often billed separately, so real bills usually land closer to the all-in column. Calculate your bill.
Salmon River Electric Co-op residential rate plans
| Plan | Effective | Customer charge | Energy charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Phase Residential (801-1000 Amperage) | 2014-04-01 | $93.00 | 5.60¢ |
| Single Phase Residential (401-600 Amperage) | 2014-04-01 | $63.00 | 5.60¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Non Demand) RV Parks (0-200) | 2014-04-01 | $49.00 | 4.20¢ |
| Single Phase Residential (601-800 Amperage) | 2014-04-01 | $78.00 | 5.60¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Non Demand) RV Parks (401-600) | 2014-04-01 | $99.00 | 4.20¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Non Demand) RV Parks (201-400) | 2014-04-01 | $74.00 | 4.20¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Demand) RV Parks | 2014-04-01 | $85.00 | 3.60¢ |
| Single Phase Residential (0-200 Amperage) | 2014-04-01 | $33.00 | 5.60¢ |
| Single Phase Residential (201-400 Amperage) | 2014-04-01 | $48.00 | 5.60¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Non Demand) RV Parks (801-1000) | 2014-04-01 | $149.00 | 4.20¢ |
| Single Phase Master Metered (Non Demand) RV Parks (601-800) | 2014-04-01 | $124.00 | 4.20¢ |
Source: OpenEI U.S. Utility Rate Database. Rates change. Check the linked tariff or your bill for current figures.
Salmon River Electric Co-op rate history
2015–2025: +15% change in the average residential rate (8.56¢ → 9.87¢). Annual EIA-861 data.
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Reliability history
| 2025 | Salmon River Electric Co-op | Idaho avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer (SAIDI) | 356 | 310 | 266 |
| Outages per customer (SAIFI) | 3.82 | 1.15 | 1.34 |
| Average restoration time (CAIDI) | 93 min | — | — |
| Outage minutes excluding major storms | 356 | 155 | 121 |
Outages in counties served (2025)
From ORNL EAGLE-I, which tracks customers without power every 15 minutes. These counts cover every utility in each county. Weighted across Salmon River Electric Co-op's counties, customers averaged 8 hr 46 min without power.
| County | Outage min/customer | Days with outages | Peak customers out | Worst day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemhi | 541 | 43 | 2,113 | 2025-06-12 |
| Blaine | 522 | 37 | 9,205 | 2025-06-11 |
Salmon River Electric Co-op service area
Salmon River Electric Co-op serves 3 counties in Idaho and 14 ZIP codes.
Blaine, Custer, Lemhi
Cities: Salmon, Ketchum, Glenns Ferry, Challis
Programs, smart meters & solar
| Smart meters (AMI) for homes | 100% |
| Customers with daily usage data online | 2,426 |
| Time-based rate programs | None reported |
| Net-metered solar homes | 0 reported |
Salmon River Electric Co-op at a glance
| Ownership | Electric cooperative |
| Services | Distribution |
| Commercial rate | 8.59¢/kWh |
| Industrial rate | 6.73¢/kWh |
| Retail revenue (2025) | $8,231,000 |
| Electricity sold (2025) | 103,688 MWh |
| Peak demand | 18 MW summer · 23 MW winter |
| Line losses | 6.3% |
| Balancing authority | IPCO |
| EIA utility ID | 16565 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Salmon River Electric Co-op's electricity rate?
Salmon River Electric Co-op residential customers pay an average of 10.37¢ per kWh, all charges included (EIA-861M monthly utility data, 12 months ending 2026-07). That's 18% below the Idaho average of 12.65¢ and 42% below the U.S. average.
What is the average Salmon River Electric Co-op electric bill?
About $130 a month. The average Salmon River Electric Co-op home uses 1,251 kWh a month. At 1,000 kWh the bill would be about $104.
How many customers does Salmon River Electric Co-op have?
Salmon River Electric Co-op serves 2,426 residential customers and 3,038 customers in total in Idaho, across 3 counties.
How reliable is Salmon River Electric Co-op?
In 2025, the average Salmon River Electric Co-op customer was without power for 5 hr 56 min (SAIDI) over 3.82 interruptions (SAIFI), including major storms. Excluding major event days it was 5 hr 56 min. The Idaho average was 5 hr 10 min and the U.S. average 4 hr 26 min.
Sources: EIA-861 2025 and EIA-861M (through July 2026), OpenEI URDB, ORNL EAGLE-I, U.S. Census. Methodology. Spot an error? Rates change often, so confirm with Salmon River Electric Co-op before making decisions.