Lincoln County, Idaho Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Lincoln County, Idaho Electricity Overview

There was a 4.11% decrease in CO2 emissions per capita during the preceding year in Lincoln County.

The largest supplier in Lincoln County by customer count is Idaho Power.

With total production of 21,229 megawatt hours, Lincoln County is the 28th largest generator of electricity of all 44 counties in Idaho.

Lincoln County's average residential price per kilowatt hour is 29.41% lower than the United States average price, at 10.83 cents per kilowatt hour compared to 15.34 cents.

Renewable electricity fuel sources account for 100.00%, or 21,229 megawatt hours, of Lincoln County's total energy generation, giving the county a ranking of 25th in Idaho for total megawatt hours from renewable sources.

About 100.00% of Lincoln County's electricity comes from hydroelectric power plants, making them 398th highest county out of 3221 counties in the country for total hydroelectric generation.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    70,905 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    13.68 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    21,229 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    21,229 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    4.1 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    6,152,500 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    1,186.82 kg

Shoshone, ID Electricity Overview

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Shoshone has an average residential electricity rate of 10.83 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 29.41% less than the average nationwide price of 15.34 cents. With an estimated 30 total residential customers, Idaho Power is the largest provider in the city.

Shoshone residents average 1,694.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 96th highest in the state out of 237 in this category. With total emissions of 2,896,766.23 kilograms, the city ranks 72nd worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 23,388.75 megawatt hours consumed in Shoshone must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Shoshone

Shoshone residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.119/kWh$0.093/kWh$142.01/mo.$70.09/mo.
118th10.83¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Shoshone
78th$105.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Shoshone Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Shoshone, Idaho

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Idaho PowerBUNDLED10.83105.155,824,393630,797,670

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Richfield, ID Electricity Overview

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Richfield has an average residential electricity rate of 10.83 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 29.41% less than the average nationwide price of 15.34 cents. Idaho Power sells an estimated 415.97 megawatt hours in the city each year, more than all other vendors. Richfield has the 141st highest population in the state, with 501 residents residing within the city's borders.

Richfield residents average 1,694.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 10th highest in the state out of 237 in this category. With total emissions of 848,701.69 kilograms, the city ranks 140th worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 6,852.49 megawatt hours consumed in Richfield must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Richfield

Richfield residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.119/kWh$0.093/kWh$142.01/mo.$70.09/mo.
118th10.83¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Richfield
78th$105.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Richfield Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Richfield, Idaho

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Idaho PowerBUNDLED10.83105.155,824,393630,797,670

Dietrich, ID Electricity Overview

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Dietrich has an average residential electricity rate of 10.83 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 29.41% less than the average nationwide price of 15.34 cents. Idaho Power sells an estimated 204.03 megawatt hours in the city each year, more than all other vendors. Dietrich has the 173rd highest population in the state, with 303 residents residing within the city's borders.

Dietrich residents average 1,694.02 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen due to electricity use, which ranks them 10th highest in the state out of 237 in this category. With total emissions of 513,286.65 kilograms, the city ranks 171st worst in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. All of the 4,144.32 megawatt hours consumed in Dietrich must be brought in from nearby areas as there are no electricity plants within the city limits.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Dietrich

Dietrich residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.119/kWh$0.093/kWh$142.01/mo.$70.09/mo.
118th10.83¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Dietrich
78th$105.15Average residential monthly electricity bill for Dietrich Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Dietrich, Idaho

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Idaho PowerBUNDLED10.83105.155,824,393630,797,670

Electricity Production in Lincoln County, Idaho

Power Plants in Lincoln County, Idaho

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Lincoln County ID Conventional Hydroelectric 14,224
North Gooding Main HydroNorth Gooding Main Hydro LLC (100.00%)
Lincoln County ID Conventional Hydroelectric 4,016
Notch Butte HydroKoosh, Inc. (100.00%)
Lincoln County ID Conventional Hydroelectric 2,989

Lincoln County, Idaho Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Lincoln County residents average 1,186.82 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen from electricity use. With total emissions of 6,152,500.4 kilograms, the county ranks 32nd worst in Idaho for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county has 3 power plants, which is 11th most in Idaho. In Lincoln County, Conventional Hydroelectric makes up 100.00% of the fuel sources utilized in electricity production.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
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Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
100.00%

Lincoln County, Idaho Net Metering

Lincoln County is home to one electricity provider. Fortunately for citizens in the county who are interested in installing their own solar panels, the only supplier in the county offers net metering options. At the state level, Idaho is known for restricted net metering and feed in tariff regulations.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in Lincoln County averages out to about 6.04% of all energy transmitted by the one company that reports energy loss. The United States average for energy loss is 2.45% and the state average is 5.81%, resulting in a rank of 2612th best in the country and a state rank of 12th best out of 3221 and 44 counties, respectively.

Power Companies in Lincoln County, Idaho

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Lincoln County, Idaho?

Lincoln County, Idaho is home to 3 active power plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Lincoln County, Idaho?

By total megawatt hours sold, Idaho Power is the largest electricity provider in Lincoln County, Idaho.

Which electricity companies offer service in Lincoln County, Idaho?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Idaho Power23,865

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2022-10-24