Electricity rates in Fountain, CO
Fountain (27,767 people, El Paso County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Black Hills Colorado Electric pay about 18.99¢/kWh, 15% more than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Fountain
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Colorado Electric | Investor-owned utility | 18.99¢ | $96 | 98K | 95 |
| Mountain View Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 16.37¢ | $144 | 61K | 130 |
| City of Fountain | Municipal utility | 14.69¢ | $105 | 17K | 42 |
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
- Security-Widefield 19.0¢
- Fort Carson 15.7¢
- Stratmoor 15.7¢
- Colorado Springs 15.7¢
- Manitou Springs 15.7¢
- Black Forest 15.7¢
- Pueblo West 19.0¢
- Air Force Academy 16.4¢
- Cascade-Chipita Park 17.0¢
- Penrose 19.0¢
ZIP codes: 80817
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fountain?
Most homes in Fountain get power from Black Hills Colorado Electric, where residential customers pay an average of 18.99¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fountain: Mountain View Electric Association (16.37¢), City of Fountain (14.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fountain?
About $96 a month, based on 506 kWh a month (the average for Black Hills Colorado Electric customers) at 18.99¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fountain, CO?
3 utilities serve Fountain's ZIP codes: Black Hills Colorado Electric, Mountain View Electric Association, City of Fountain. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fountain?
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.