Utility rates in Boulder vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Boulder
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Boulder heats its homes
71% natural gas · 29% electricity
Electric rates in Boulder
Residential rates range from 12.0¢ to 14.3¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Longmont, Poudre Valley REA, Inc, Public Service Co of Colorado, United Power, Inc.
This is 19% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Boulder
Boulder has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 41 providers
Sewer 2 providers
Trash & Recycling 1 provider
Internet 9 providers
Business Internet 2 providers
These providers offer business-class internet service in this area.
ZIP codes in Boulder, CO
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.