Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Arizona | Colorado | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 15.66¢ | 16.35¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 11.87¢ | 12.21¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 7.22¢ | 8.83¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $168.33 | $110.23 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 1,075 | 674 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Arizona has a lower residential electricity rate at 15.66¢/kWh compared to Colorado's 16.35¢/kWh — a difference of 0.69¢/kWh (4.2%).
The average monthly electric bill in Arizona is $168.33 (1075 kWh/month), while in Colorado it is $110.23 (674 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Arizona has a regulated electricity market, while Colorado has a regulated market.
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