What to Know

Xcel Energy's Residential Time of Use plan offers different rates based on when you use electricity. Off-peak rates are 5¢/kWh while peak rates are 18¢/kWh. By shifting 30–50% of your usage to off-peak hours (typically nights and weekends), you can save 10–20% on your monthly bill compared to the standard Residential Flat Rate (R-OO) plan at ~9.3¢/kWh.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Xcel Energy time-of-use pricing — answered clearly with current data from published tariff schedules and regulatory filings.

What are Xcel Energy time-of-use rates?

Xcel Energy's Residential Time of Use plan charges 5¢/kWh off-peak and 18¢/kWh during peak hours. Compare this to the standard Residential Flat Rate (R-OO) at ~9.3¢/kWh.

How do I verify I'm being charged the correct TOU rate?

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