What is the average electricity rate in Walden, Colorado?

The average residential electricity rate in Walden 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 Walden?

Natural gas customers in Walden pay an average of $57 per month. The rate is approximately $1.03/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Walden, Colorado?

Electricity in Walden 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 Walden?

Walden 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 Walden electricity rates compare to Colorado averages?

Walden'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 Walden?

To start electric service in Walden, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Walden, Colorado

Electricity in Walden, Colorado (CO) is distributed by Xcel Energy (Public Service Company of Colorado) at rates close to the Colorado average of 16.16¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by Xcel Energy. Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Walden'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 Walden

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

Natural Gas Utility in Walden

Xcel Energy
Black Hills Energy
Atmos Energy Colorado

Walden vs Colorado Energy Rates

Metric	Walden	Colorado Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.00¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.03	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$96	$97	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$57	$56	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Walden Residents

As a Colorado city, Walden 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 Walden 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 Walden, Colorado

The average residential electricity rate in Walden is approximately 16.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $96 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Walden pay an average of $57 per month. The rate is approximately $1.03/therm per therm.
Electricity in Walden 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.
Walden 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.
Walden'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 Walden, 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.