Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split 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 (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $31.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.13
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.04
8 hours/day
Per month
$31.52
195 kWh
Per year
$378
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.76 | $189 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.52 | $378 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.07 | $63.04 | $757 |
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 16.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.04 per day, $31.52 per month, or $378 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: $31.52 per month here versus $35.80 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.