Cost to Run a EV Charging (Level 2, Home) in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 16.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 10 kWh each), a ev charging (level 2, home) here costs $49.25 per month.
Per use
$1.62
10 kWh per use
Per day
$1.62
7 uses/week at 10 kWh each
Per month
$49.25
304 kWh
Per year
$591
3,650 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | $0.81 | $24.62 | $296 |
| Typical (7×/week) | $1.62 | $49.25 | $591 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | $3.24 | $98.50 | $1,183 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ev charging (level 2, home) in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a ev charging (level 2, home) with typical usage costs about $1.62 per day, $49.25 per month, or $591 per year.
Is running a ev charging (level 2, home) in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $49.25 per month here versus $55.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 16.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.