Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $7.14 per month.
Per use
$0.82
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.23
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$7.14
52 kWh
Per year
$85.72
626 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.12 | $3.57 | $42.86 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.23 | $7.14 | $85.72 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.47 | $14.28 | $171 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.14 per month, or $85.72 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $7.14 per month here versus $9.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.