EV Charge 
Charging an EV at home with Public Service of Colorado costs about $48 per 1,000 miles in a Tesla Model Y, at an estimated residential rate of 17.32¢ per kWh. That’s about the same as the Colorado average of 17.17¢, and a full charge from empty runs about $15.57.
Public Service of Colorado serves about 344 ZIP codes in Colorado, the #1 utility by ZIP codes covered there. A 30-mpg gas car would spend about $139 on fuel for the same 1,000 miles at Colorado gas prices.
Calculate your cost with Public Service of Colorado: enter your ZIP and car
Estimate only. Excludes fixed fees, charger installation and public fast charging. Sources: EIA (electricity, August 2026; gasoline), fueleconomy.gov; utility prices by ZIP: NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to current state prices. How we calculate.
What popular EVs cost to charge with Public Service of Colorado
| EV | kWh/100 mi (EPA) | Per 1,000 miles | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 27.5 | $48 | $571 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 29.6 | $51 | $615 |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | 31.7 | $55 | $658 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 32.6 | $56 | $678 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 33.6 | $58 | $699 |
| Kia EV9 | 43.0 | $74 | $894 |
| Rivian R1S | 44.4 | $77 | $922 |
| Ford F-150 Lightning | 47.9 | $83 | $996 |
Public Service of Colorado vs the Colorado average and gas
| Option | Price | Per 1,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, Public Service of Colorado (est.) | 17.32¢/kWh | $48 |
| Home, Colorado average | 17.17¢/kWh | $47 |
| Gas car, 30 mpg | $4.17/gal | $139 |
How to pay less to charge with Public Service of Colorado
- Ask Public Service of Colorado about a time-of-use or EV rate plan: charging overnight, off-peak, usually costs less than the standard rate used here.
- Use your car’s or charger’s schedule so charging starts after the peak period ends.
- Check the total price per kWh on your bill (all delivery and supply charges divided by kWh used) and enter it in the calculator.
- Look for Public Service of Colorado or state rebates on Level 2 chargers before you install one.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge an EV with Public Service of Colorado?
About $48 per 1,000 miles for a Tesla Model Y at an estimated 17.32¢ per kWh, or $571 a year at 12,000 miles.
How much is a full charge with Public Service of Colorado?
About $15.57 to charge a Tesla Model Y from empty to full at Public Service of Colorado’s estimated standard residential rate. Most owners only top up, so a typical night costs much less.
Is Public Service of Colorado cheaper than the Colorado average for EV charging?
Its estimated rate of 17.32¢ per kWh is about the same as the Colorado average of 17.17¢ (EIA, August 2026).
Does Public Service of Colorado have an EV rate?
Many large utilities offer time-of-use or EV-specific plans with cheaper overnight prices. Check Public Service of Colorado’s residential rate options, as plans and eligibility change.
More: EV charging cost in Colorado · calculate your exact cost by ZIP code · time-of-use rates explained.
Estimated rate: Public Service of Colorado residential rate from NREL/OpenEI (EIA Form 861, 2024), adjusted to the latest EIA Colorado price (August 2026). Your actual price depends on your plan, season and fixed charges. EV efficiency: EPA (fueleconomy.gov). How we calculate.
