Electricity rates in Monte Vista, CO
Monte Vista (4,294 people, Rio Grande County) is served by 2 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 Monte Vista
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of Colorado | Investor-owned utility | 16.72¢ | $98 | 1.38M | 360 |
| 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
- Center 16.7¢
- Del Norte 16.7¢
- Alamosa 16.7¢
- Alamosa East 16.7¢
- Pagosa Springs 19.2¢
- Salida 16.7¢
- Walsenburg 19.0¢
- Colorado City 19.0¢
- Cañon City 17.0¢
- Lincoln Park 19.0¢
ZIP codes: 81144
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Monte Vista?
Most homes in Monte Vista 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 Monte Vista: San Luis Valley R E C (20.44¢).
What is the average electric bill in Monte Vista?
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 Monte Vista, CO?
2 utilities serve Monte Vista's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of Colorado, San Luis Valley R E C. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Monte Vista?
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.