Cost to Run a Treadmill 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 (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a treadmill here costs $1.48 per month.
Per use
8.5¢
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.9¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.48
8.7 kWh
Per year
$17.73
104 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.74 | $8.86 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 4.9¢ | $1.48 | $17.73 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.10 | $2.95 | $35.46 |
Colorado vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a treadmill in Colorado?
At Colorado's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (July 2026), a treadmill with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.48 per month, or $17.73 per year.
Is running a treadmill in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $1.48 per month here versus $1.59 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.