WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Boulder
Colorado
Colorado
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Boulder
January
$464highestFebruary
$304March
$229April
$174May
$159June
$153lowestJuly
$163August
$162September
$155October
$170November
$263December
$281Carbon Emissions
1,445 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,470 kWh
Boulder's energy comes from Wind, Coal, Natural Gas, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Wind is the largest source of electricity, providing 32% of Boulder's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 25%. Natural Gas provides 25% of the energy in Boulder. Solar provides 14% of the energy in Boulder. Hydroelectric provides 4% of the energy in Boulder.
32%
Wind
25%
Coal
25%
Natural Gas
14%
Solar
4%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
770 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,803
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Boulder can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Xcel Energy - Colorado has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential General Opt-Out | Fixed | 16¢ to 19¢ |
| Residential Energy Time Of Use | TOU | 14¢ to 35¢ |
| Residential General Service | Fixed | 14¢ to 16¢ |
| Residential Demand | Fixed | 6¢ to 2517¢ |
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