Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace 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 (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $35.11 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$35.11
213 kWh
Per year
$422
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.56 | $211 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.16 | $35.11 | $422 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.31 | $70.22 | $843 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric fireplace in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.16 per day, $35.11 per month, or $422 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $35.11 per month here versus $40.01 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.