WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Potlatch

Idaho

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The State of Electricity in Potlatch

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Potlatch

Average monthly bill

January

$244highest

February

$212

March

$146

April

$129

May

$111

June

$95lowest

July

$101

August

$100

September

$99

October

$112

November

$158

December

$172

Carbon Emissions

344 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,205 kWh

Where does Potlatch’s electricity come from?

Potlatch's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Wind, Natural Gas, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 48% of Potlatch's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 23%. Natural Gas provides 17% of the energy in Potlatch. Solar provides 11% of the energy in Potlatch.

48%

Hydroelectric

23%

Wind

17%

Natural Gas

11%

Solar

Solar energy in Potlatch

The state of solar in Potlatch

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

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Energy generated by average sized system

$14,296

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

16 years

Payback period

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Utilities in Potlatch

Avista - IdahoClearwater Power Company

Avista - Idaho Rates

Avista - Idaho has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential ServiceFixed9¢ to 10¢

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