Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Colorado | Wyoming | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 16.35¢ | 13.91¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 12.21¢ | 9.55¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 8.83¢ | 8.30¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $110.23 | $120.10 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 674 | 863 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Wyoming has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.91¢/kWh compared to Colorado's 16.35¢/kWh — a difference of 2.44¢/kWh (17.5%).
The average monthly electric bill in Colorado is $110.23 (674 kWh/month), while in Wyoming it is $120.10 (863 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Colorado has a regulated electricity market, while Wyoming has a regulated market.
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