Electricity rates in Black Forest, CO
Black Forest (13,116 people, El Paso County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Colorado Springs pay about 15.74¢/kWh, 5% less than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Black Forest
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Colorado Springs | Municipal utility | 15.74¢ | $95 | 220K | 41 |
| Mountain View Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 16.37¢ | $144 | 61K | 130 |
Power outages in El Paso County right now
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Outage history in El Paso County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 75 | 55 |
| Days with outages | 47 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,540 (5.7%) | 8,823 (2.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-25 | 2025-08-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (75 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gleneagle 16.4¢
- Air Force Academy 16.4¢
- Woodmoor 16.4¢
- Monument 17.0¢
- Palmer Lake 17.0¢
- Colorado Springs 15.7¢
- Manitou Springs 15.7¢
- Cascade-Chipita Park 17.0¢
- Stratmoor 15.7¢
- Security-Widefield 19.0¢
ZIP codes: 80908, 80923, 80924
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Black Forest?
Most homes in Black Forest get power from City of Colorado Springs, where residential customers pay an average of 15.74¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Black Forest: Mountain View Electric Association (16.37¢).
What is the average electric bill in Black Forest?
About $95 a month, based on 602 kWh a month (the average for City of Colorado Springs customers) at 15.74¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Black Forest, CO?
2 utilities serve Black Forest's ZIP codes: City of Colorado Springs, Mountain View Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Black Forest?
In 2025, customers in El Paso County averaged 55 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-27, when 8,823 customers (2.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.