Cost to Run a Electric Furnace 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 furnace here costs $301 per month.
Per hour
$1.98
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$9.90
5 hours/day
Per month
$301
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,614
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.95 | $150 | $1,807 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $9.90 | $301 | $3,614 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $19.80 | $602 | $7,227 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric furnace in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $9.90 per day, $301 per month, or $3,614 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $301 per month here versus $343 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.