Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split 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 (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $32.10 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.06
8 hours/day
Per month
$32.10
195 kWh
Per year
$385
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.05 | $193 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.06 | $32.10 | $385 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.11 | $64.20 | $771 |
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 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.06 per day, $32.10 per month, or $385 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $32.10 per month here versus $36.58 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.