Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner 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 (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.25
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.52
46 kWh
Per year
$90.34
548 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.76 | $45.17 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.52 | $90.34 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $15.05 | $181 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric stove burner in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.52 per month, or $90.34 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $7.52 per month here versus $8.57 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.