Electricity Cost in Colorado
The average residential electricity rate in Colorado is 17.00¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $153 per month or $1836 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
17.00 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$153.00
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1836.00
vs national (monthly)
$-11.79
National avg: 18.31¢/kWh
How Colorado Compares
State rate
17.00 ¢/kWh
National average
18.31 ¢/kWh
Difference
-7.2%
Category
close to national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Colorado costs 7% less than the national average.
- Colorado ranks #22 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Colorado shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in Colorado
Local rate context for major cities in Colorado. Figures are modeled estimates for comparison; confirm rates with your utility.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Colorado?
- The average residential electricity rate in Colorado is 17.00 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $153.00.
- Is electricity in Colorado cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Colorado costs about $11.79 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Colorado?
- At the average rate of 17.00¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $153.00 per month, or about $1836.00 per year.