What is the average electricity rate in Saguache, Colorado?

The average residential electricity rate in Saguache is approximately 16.64¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $100 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Saguache?

Natural gas customers in Saguache pay an average of $58 per month. The rate is approximately $1.04/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Saguache, Colorado?

Electricity in Saguache 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 Saguache?

Saguache 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 Saguache electricity rates compare to Colorado averages?

Saguache's electricity rate of 16.64¢/kWh is above the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Saguache?

To start electric service in Saguache, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Saguache, Colorado

Saguache 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 Saguache households.

Compared to the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Saguache's electricity rate of 16.64¢/kWh is 0.48¢ above the Colorado average. As Colorado has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Saguache

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

Natural Gas Utility in Saguache

Xcel Energy
Black Hills Energy
Atmos Energy Colorado

Saguache vs Colorado Energy Rates

Metric	Saguache	Colorado Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.64¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.04	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$100	$97	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$58	$56	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Saguache Residents

As a Colorado city, Saguache 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 Saguache 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 Saguache, Colorado

The average residential electricity rate in Saguache is approximately 16.64¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $100 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Saguache pay an average of $58 per month. The rate is approximately $1.04/therm per therm.
Electricity in Saguache 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.
Saguache 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.
Saguache's electricity rate of 16.64¢/kWh is above the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Saguache, 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.