⚡ Electricity bill in Fort Collins, CO (2027)

Estimated average: $108/month at 15¢/kWh — -21% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near Fort Collins, Colorado
Residential electricity in Fort Collins is billed at Colorado's rate of 15¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 169,810 residents, Fort Collins is a mid-size city and the #4 largest city in Colorado. Households here pay Colorado's residential rate of 15¢/kWh; the typical bill of $108/month reflects local usage of around 720 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Fort Collins, and compare it with other Colorado cities.

$108
Est. bill in Fort Collins
per month
15¢
Price per kWh
$108
Colorado average
169,810
Population

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Fort Collins electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in Fort Collins, CO?

Electricity in Fort Collins costs about 15¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~720 kWh/month spends around $108 — that's -21% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in Fort Collins?

At 15¢/kWh, electricity in Fort Collins is cheaper than most of the U.S.. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in Fort Collins, CO?

About $108 per month at 15¢/kWh — -21% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in Fort Collins?

Fort Collins shares Colorado's electricity price (15¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 720 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in Fort Collins?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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