What is the average electricity rate in Idaho Springs, Colorado?

The average residential electricity rate in Idaho Springs is approximately 16.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $96 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Idaho Springs?

Natural gas customers in Idaho Springs pay an average of $55 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Idaho Springs, Colorado?

Electricity in Idaho Springs is distributed by Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) and Black Hills Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Idaho Springs?

Idaho Springs 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 Idaho Springs electricity rates compare to Colorado averages?

Idaho Springs's electricity rate of 16.00¢/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 Idaho Springs?

To start electric service in Idaho Springs, contact Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) and Black Hills Energy. 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.

Idaho Springs, Colorado Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Idaho Springs, Colorado

Idaho Springs residents in Colorado receive electric service through Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) and natural gas distribution from Xcel Energy. Colorado's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Idaho Springs households.

Compared to the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Idaho Springs's electricity rate of 16.00¢/kWh is 0.16¢ below the Colorado average. As Colorado has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Idaho Springs

Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado)
Black Hills Energy
Holy Cross Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Idaho Springs

Xcel Energy
Black Hills Energy
Atmos Energy Colorado

Idaho Springs vs Colorado Energy Rates

Metric	Idaho Springs	Colorado Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.00¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.99	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$96	$97	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$55	$56	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Idaho Springs Residents

As a Colorado city, Idaho Springs 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 Idaho Springs 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 Idaho Springs, Colorado

The average residential electricity rate in Idaho Springs is approximately 16.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $96 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Idaho Springs pay an average of $55 per month. The rate is approximately $0.99/therm per therm.
Electricity in Idaho Springs is distributed by Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) and Black Hills Energy. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Idaho Springs 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.
Idaho Springs's electricity rate of 16.00¢/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 Idaho Springs, contact Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) and Black Hills Energy. 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.