Electricity rates in Pagosa Springs, CO
Pagosa Springs (1,756 people, Archuleta County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on La Plata Electric Association pay about 19.17¢/kWh, 16% more than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Pagosa Springs
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Plata Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 19.17¢ | $123 | 40K | 218 |
| Public Service Co of Colorado | Investor-owned utility | 16.72¢ | $98 | 1.38M | 360 |
Power outages in Archuleta County right now
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Outage history in Archuleta County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,151 | 1,036 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,421 (134.6%) | 11,772 (138.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-17 | 2025-08-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,151 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bayfield 16.7¢
- Del Norte 16.7¢
- Durango 19.2¢
- Monte Vista 16.7¢
- Center 16.7¢
- Ouray 17.6¢
- Telluride 16.4¢
- Alamosa 16.7¢
- Mountain Village 17.6¢
- Alamosa East 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 81147, 81157
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pagosa Springs?
Most homes in Pagosa Springs get power from La Plata Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 19.17¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Pagosa Springs: Public Service Co of Colorado (16.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Pagosa Springs?
About $123 a month, based on 642 kWh a month (the average for La Plata Electric Association customers) at 19.17¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Pagosa Springs, CO?
2 utilities serve Pagosa Springs's ZIP codes: La Plata Electric Association, Public Service Co of Colorado. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Pagosa Springs?
In 2025, customers in Archuleta County averaged 17 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-05, when 11,772 customers (138.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.