Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop 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 induction cooktop here costs $7.02 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.23
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.02
43 kWh
Per year
$84.31
511 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.51 | $42.16 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $7.02 | $84.31 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $14.04 | $169 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a induction cooktop in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $7.02 per month, or $84.31 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $7.02 per month here versus $8.00 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.