What is the average electricity rate in Boulder, Colorado?

The average residential electricity rate in Boulder is approximately 14.09¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $86 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Boulder?

Natural gas customers in Boulder pay an average of $56 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Boulder, Colorado?

Electricity in Boulder is distributed by Public Service Co of Colorado and United Power, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Boulder?

Boulder natural gas service is provided by Xcel Energy and Black Hills Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Boulder electricity rates compare to Colorado averages?

Boulder's electricity rate of 14.09¢/kWh is below the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Boulder?

To start electric service in Boulder, contact Public Service Co of Colorado and United Power, Inc. For gas service, contact Xcel Energy and Black Hills Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Boulder, Colorado Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Boulder, Colorado

Boulder is served by Public Service Co of Colorado and United Power, Inc. Utilities covering Boulder County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.09¢/kWh — below the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $86. Natural gas in Boulder is distributed by Xcel Energy.

Compared to the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Boulder's electricity rate of 14.09¢/kWh is 2.07¢ below the Colorado average. As Colorado has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Boulder

Public Service Co of Colorado
United Power, Inc
Poudre Valley REA, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Boulder

Xcel Energy
Black Hills Energy

Boulder vs Colorado Energy Rates

Metric	Boulder	Colorado Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.09¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.01	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$86	$97	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$56	$56	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Boulder Residents

As a Colorado city, Boulder residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Colorado LEAP (Low-income Energy Assistance Program)
✅ Xcel Energy's RES Program
✅ Colorado Energy Smart
✅ Black Hills Energy Efficiency Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Boulder Residents

✓ High-altitude solar resources are excellent — Xcel Energy offers Solar*Rewards.
✓ Invest in strong attic insulation (R-49+) for cold mountain winters.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to manage the large temperature swings common at altitude.
✓ Seal air leaks — dry Colorado air makes gaps in the building envelope very noticeable.
✓ Xcel Energy offers rebates for smart thermostats, insulation, and heat pumps.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Boulder, Colorado

The average residential electricity rate in Boulder is approximately 14.09¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $86 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Boulder pay an average of $56 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.
Electricity in Boulder is distributed by Public Service Co of Colorado and United Power, Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Boulder natural gas service is provided by Xcel Energy and Black Hills Energy. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Boulder's electricity rate of 14.09¢/kWh is below the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Boulder, contact Public Service Co of Colorado and United Power, Inc. For gas service, contact Xcel Energy and Black Hills Energy. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.