Average Electric Bill in Denver, CO
What a typical household in Denver pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Denver pays about $90.26/month for electricity at roughly 15.05¢/kWh. Basis: Public Service Co of Colorado, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Colorado over 12 months — the rate environment Denver households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Public Service Co of Colorado, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Public Service Co of Colorado · 1,365,053 residential customers |
| State context | Colorado: $128.73/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 716,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Denver?
Expect roughly $90.26 per month for a typical household in Denver — based on Public Service Co of Colorado annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Denver?
About 15.05¢ per kWh (Public Service Co of Colorado, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Denver pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Denver higher or lower than the Colorado average?
Public Service Co of Colorado averages $90.26 — below the state average of $128.73.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Public Service Co of Colorado) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Colorado) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.