Cost to Run a Treadmill 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 (4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each), a treadmill here costs $1.43 per month.
Per use
8.3¢
0.5 kWh per use
Per day
4.7¢
4 uses/week at 0.5 kWh each
Per month
$1.43
8.7 kWh
Per year
$17.21
104 kWh
By usage level in Colorado
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.72 | $8.60 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.43 | $17.21 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | 9.4¢ | $2.87 | $34.41 |
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 16.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a treadmill with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.43 per month, or $17.21 per year.
Is running a treadmill in Colorado more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Colorado's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $1.43 per month here versus $1.63 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.