Cost to Run a Slow Cooker 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 (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.15 per month.
Per use
$0.17
1 kWh per use
Per day
7.1¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.15
13 kWh
Per year
$25.81
156 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.07 | $12.91 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 7.1¢ | $2.15 | $25.81 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.14 | $4.30 | $51.62 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a slow cooker in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 7.1¢ per day, $2.15 per month, or $25.81 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.15 per month here versus $2.45 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.