Electricity rates in Manitou Springs, CO
Manitou Springs (5,334 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 Manitou Springs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Colorado Springs | Municipal utility | 15.74¢ | $95 | 220K | 41 |
| Black Hills Colorado Electric | Investor-owned utility | 18.99¢ | $96 | 98K | 95 |
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
- Colorado Springs 15.7¢
- Cascade-Chipita Park 17.0¢
- Stratmoor 15.7¢
- Air Force Academy 16.4¢
- Fort Carson 15.7¢
- Woodland Park 17.0¢
- Security-Widefield 19.0¢
- Gleneagle 16.4¢
- Black Forest 15.7¢
- Cripple Creek 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 80829
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Manitou Springs?
Most homes in Manitou Springs 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 Manitou Springs: Black Hills Colorado Electric (18.99¢).
What is the average electric bill in Manitou Springs?
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 Manitou Springs, CO?
2 utilities serve Manitou Springs's ZIP codes: City of Colorado Springs, Black Hills Colorado Electric. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Manitou Springs?
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.