Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $6.62 per month.
Per use
$0.76
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.22
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$6.62
52 kWh
Per year
$79.47
626 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.11 | $3.31 | $39.73 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.22 | $6.62 | $79.47 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.44 | $13.24 | $159 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a home sauna in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.62 per month, or $79.47 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $6.62 per month here versus $9.80 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.