Electricity rates in Ouray, CO
Ouray (1,008 people, Ouray County) is served by San Miguel Power Association. Homes on San Miguel Power Association pay about 17.62¢/kWh, 6% more than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Ouray
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Miguel Power Association | Electric cooperative | 17.62¢ | $141 | 12K | — |
Power outages in Ouray County right now
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Outage history in Ouray County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1 | 1 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 12 (0.3%) | 13 (0.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-03 | 2025-04-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Telluride 16.4¢
- Mountain Village 17.6¢
- Montrose 15.6¢
- Olathe 16.7¢
- Durango 19.2¢
- Delta 16.7¢
- Gunnison 16.7¢
- Bayfield 16.7¢
- Mancos 19.2¢
- Orchard City 15.6¢
ZIP codes: 81427
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ouray?
Most homes in Ouray get power from San Miguel Power Association, where residential customers pay an average of 17.62¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Ouray?
About $141 a month, based on 799 kWh a month (the average for San Miguel Power Association customers) at 17.62¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ouray, CO?
San Miguel Power Association serves Ouray.
How often does the power go out in Ouray?
In 2025, customers in Ouray County averaged 1 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-18, when 13 customers (0.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.