Cost to Run a Pool Pump 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 pool pump here costs $60.19 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 750–2,500 W
Per day
$1.98
8 hours/day
Per month
$60.19
365 kWh
Per year
$723
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $30.10 | $361 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.98 | $60.19 | $723 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.96 | $120 | $1,445 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a pool pump in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a pool pump with typical usage costs about $1.98 per day, $60.19 per month, or $723 per year.
Is running a pool pump in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $60.19 per month here versus $68.58 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.