Extensive Fast Charging
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States / Colorado
EV Charging Costs in Colorado
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Colorado ranks #23 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.16/kWh. Colorado has an EV adoption rate of 4.7% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 5,387 Level 2 ports and 1,541 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.16/kWh
Rank #23 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
5
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
2,645
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Colorado
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.16/kWh
$0.02/kWh below US average
up 3.6%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Xcel Energy Colorado | $0.16/kWh |
| Colorado Springs Utilities | $0.15/kWh |
| Black Hills Energy | $0.17/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Colorado for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Colorado
View more Colorado cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Colorado Springs | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | View city page -> |
| Aurora | $0.16/kWh | $42.11/month | View city page -> |
| Fort Collins | $0.15/kWh | $39.47/month | View city page -> |
| Boulder | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Colorado
Level 2 Ports
5,387
DC Fast Ports
1,541
Stations per 100k Residents
45.0
US average: 23.0
Available networks:
Map results are scoped to Colorado and update per state page.
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How Colorado Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado (Current) | $0.16/kWh | #23 | 1,541 |
| Wyoming | $0.14/kWh | #17 | 167 |
| Nebraska | $0.13/kWh | #7 | 225 |
| Kansas | $0.15/kWh | #18 | 356 |
| Oklahoma | $0.13/kWh | #8 | 989 |
| New Mexico | $0.16/kWh | #26 | 558 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Colorado?
Using Colorado's average residential rate ($0.16/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $42.11 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Colorado?
Denver is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.14/kWh, while Aurora reaches about $0.15/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Colorado?
Colorado shows about 2,645 public charging locations, 1,541 DC fast ports, and roughly 45.0 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Colorado cheaper than nearby states for charging?
Nebraska is currently lower at $0.13/kWh, while Colorado is $0.16/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Colorado?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Non-Networked, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.