WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Colorado
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Colorado Springs
January
$99February
$69lowestMarch
$99April
$99May
$100June
$131July
$149highestAugust
$147September
$123October
$85November
$88December
$75Carbon Emissions
742 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
676 kWh
Colorado Springs's energy comes from Natural Gas, Coal, Wind, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 36% of Colorado Springs's energy. Coal is the second largest source, making up 29%. Wind provides 21% of the energy in Colorado Springs. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Colorado Springs. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Colorado Springs.
36%
Natural Gas
29%
Coal
21%
Wind
13%
Solar
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,183 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$9,339
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Colorado Springs 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.
Colorado Springs Utilities has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service Time of Day (TOD) | TOU | 9¢ to 32¢ |
| Residential Service Standard Option | Fixed | 11¢ |
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