Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Colorado
Colorado's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $33.08 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.09
8 hours/day
Per month
$33.08
195 kWh
Per year
$397
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.54 | $199 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.09 | $33.08 | $397 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.18 | $66.15 | $794 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ductless mini-split in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.09 per day, $33.08 per month, or $397 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $33.08 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Colorado right now?
Colorado residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.