Utility rates in Mountain Home vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Mountain Home
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.
How Mountain Home heats its homes
58% natural gas · 28% electricity · 14% other fuels
Electric rates in Mountain Home
Residential rates range from 11.6¢ to 11.6¢ per kWh.
Mountain Home is served by Idaho Power Co, a investor owned utility.
This is 30% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Mountain Home
Mountain Home has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 1 provider
Water 24 providers
Internet 8 providers
ZIP codes in Mountain Home, ID
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.