Electricity rates in Del Norte, CO
Del Norte (1,604 people, Rio Grande County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Co of Colorado pay about 16.72¢/kWh, 1% more than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Del Norte
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of Colorado | Investor-owned utility | 16.72¢ | $98 | 1.38M | 360 |
| La Plata Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 19.17¢ | $123 | 40K | 218 |
| San Luis Valley R E C | Electric cooperative | 20.44¢ | $133 | 8,948 | 150 |
Power outages in Rio Grande County right now
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Outage history in Rio Grande County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 618 | 235 |
| Days with outages | 17 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,402 (71.5%) | 3,344 (44.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-09-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (618 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monte Vista 16.7¢
- Center 16.7¢
- Alamosa 16.7¢
- Alamosa East 16.7¢
- Pagosa Springs 19.2¢
- Salida 16.7¢
- Gunnison 16.7¢
- Bayfield 16.7¢
- Ouray 17.6¢
- Cañon City 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 81132
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Del Norte?
Most homes in Del Norte get power from Public Service Co of Colorado, where residential customers pay an average of 16.72¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Del Norte: La Plata Electric Association (19.17¢), San Luis Valley R E C (20.44¢).
What is the average electric bill in Del Norte?
About $98 a month, based on 584 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Co of Colorado customers) at 16.72¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Del Norte, CO?
3 utilities serve Del Norte's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of Colorado, La Plata Electric Association, San Luis Valley R E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Del Norte?
In 2025, customers in Rio Grande County averaged 3 hr 55 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-30, when 3,344 customers (44.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.