EV Charging Costs in Colorado
At 14.64¢/kWh, Colorado is 9% below the national average (16.11¢/kWh). Ranked #36 cheapest out of 51.
Data: EIA residential electricity rates · EPA vehicle efficiency · March 2026
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Similar States by Electricity Rate
| State | Rate | Monthly Cost | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado (you) | 14.64¢ | $38.43 | #36 |
| Alabama | 14.3¢ | $37.54 | #33 |
| Delaware | 14.44¢ | $37.91 | #34 |
| District of Columbia | 14.63¢ | $38.40 | #35 |
| Maryland | 15.13¢ | $39.72 | #37 |
| Wisconsin | 15.94¢ | $41.84 | #38 |
EV Charging in Colorado: What You Need to Know
Colorado's residential electricity rate of 14.64¢/kWh is 9% below the national average. For a typical EV owner driving 35 miles per day, this translates to about $38.43 per month in charging costs — or $461.16 annually. Compared to fueling a 28 MPG gas car at $3.50/gallon, you save $1,114 per year.
At $0.037 per mile for electricity versus $0.125 per mile for gas, driving electric in Colorado costs 71% less per mile. Over 5 years of typical driving (12,775 miles/year), that adds up to $5,569 in fuel savings alone — before accounting for reduced maintenance costs.
A full charge on a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery, 272 miles of range) costs $8.78 in Colorado. Most daily charging sessions only use 20-40% of the battery, so a typical overnight charge costs $2.64 to $3.51.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Colorado's average residential rate of 14.64¢/kWh, charging a Tesla Model 3 (60 kWh battery) from empty costs $8.78. For a typical driver covering 35 miles/day, monthly charging costs are about $38.43.