Cost to Run a Microwave 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 (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.38 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.5¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.38
8.4 kWh
Per year
$16.56
100 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.28 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.38 | $16.56 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 9.1¢ | $2.76 | $33.12 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.5¢ per day, $1.38 per month, or $16.56 per year.
Is running a microwave in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $1.38 per month here versus $1.57 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.