Idaho
vsMaine
Side-by-side comparison of electricity costs, generation mix, and renewable energy data.
| Idaho | Metric | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| 11.82¢/kWh | Residential | 27.78¢/kWh |
| 9.25¢/kWh | Commercial | 20.96¢/kWh |
| 7.98¢/kWh | Industrial | 15.50¢/kWh |
| #2 | Price Rank | #46 |
| 68.3% | Renewable % | 53.8% |
Generation Mix
Idaho
Gas
31.4%Hydro
45.7%Wind
15.1%Solar
5.1%Maine
Coal
0.2%Gas
43.7%Hydro
19.5%Wind
16.7%Solar
6.4%Frequently Asked Questions
Idaho has cheaper residential electricity at 11.82¢/kWh. The difference is 15.96¢/kWh between the two states. Idaho ranks #2 and Maine ranks #46 cheapest among all states.
Idaho gets 68.3% of electricity from renewables, while Maine gets 53.8%. Idaho leads in renewable energy adoption.
Electricity rates from EIA retail sales data. Generation mix from EIA electric power operational data.