This area is served by 21 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 10.2¢/kWh. 57.1% of households use electricity as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 83540 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 83540
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 83540?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Avista Corp) and gas (Avista Corp, (509) 489-0500) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 83540 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Sweetwater, ID averages 10.2¢/kWh, about 38% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 11% below the Idaho state average of 11.5¢/kWh. Natural gas in Idaho averages $8.51/Mcf, about 41% below the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 83540?
No — electricity in Sweetwater, ID costs about 38% less than the national average. Compared to Idaho overall, rates here are about 11% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 83540?
Sweetwater, ID has strong broadband coverage. Providers include CenturyLink (DSL up to 10 Mbps), Inland Cellular LLC (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), Inland Telephone Company (DSL up to 10 Mbps), Nez Perce Network Systems (Fiber / Fixed Wireless up to 120 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 100 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 83540 in?
ZIP code 83540 is in Nez Perce County, Idaho.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.