Cost to Run a Coffee Maker in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each), a coffee maker here costs $0.60 per month.
Per use
2.0¢
0.12 kWh per use
Per day
2.0¢
7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each
Per month
$0.60
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.23
44 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.0¢ | $0.30 | $3.61 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.60 | $7.23 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.20 | $14.45 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a coffee maker in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a coffee maker with typical usage costs about 2.0¢ per day, $0.60 per month, or $7.23 per year.
Is running a coffee maker in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $0.60 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.