What is the average electricity rate in Westminster, Colorado?

The average residential electricity rate in Westminster is approximately 14.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $122 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Westminster?

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

Which electric company serves Westminster, Colorado?

Electricity in Westminster is distributed by Public Service Co of Colorado and CORE Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Westminster?

Westminster 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 Westminster electricity rates compare to Colorado averages?

Westminster's electricity rate of 14.01¢/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 Westminster?

To start electric service in Westminster, contact Public Service Co of Colorado and CORE Electric Cooperative. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Westminster, Colorado

Westminster is served by Public Service Co of Colorado and CORE Electric Cooperative. Utilities covering Adams County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.30¢/kWh — below the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $89. Natural gas in Westminster is distributed by Xcel Energy.

Compared to the Colorado state average of 16.16¢/kWh/kWh, Westminster's electricity rate of 14.01¢/kWh is 2.15¢ below the Colorado average. As Colorado has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Westminster

Public Service Co of Colorado
CORE Electric Cooperative
United Power, Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Westminster

Xcel Energy
Black Hills Energy

Westminster vs Colorado Energy Rates

Metric	Westminster	Colorado Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.01¢	16.16¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.01	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$122	$97	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$56	$56	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Westminster Residents

As a Colorado city, Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster, Colorado

The average residential electricity rate in Westminster is approximately 14.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $122 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Westminster pay an average of $56 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.
Electricity in Westminster is distributed by Public Service Co of Colorado and CORE Electric Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Westminster 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.
Westminster's electricity rate of 14.01¢/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 Westminster, contact Public Service Co of Colorado and CORE Electric Cooperative. 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.