Electricity rates in Penrose, CO
Penrose (3,582 people, Fremont County) is served by Black Hills Colorado Electric. Homes on Black Hills Colorado Electric pay about 18.99¢/kWh, 15% more than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Penrose
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Hills Colorado Electric | Investor-owned utility | 18.99¢ | $96 | 98K | 95 |
Power outages in Fremont County right now
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Outage history in Fremont County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 51 | 96 |
| Days with outages | 21 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,329 (7%) | 5,380 (28.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-19 | 2025-10-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (51 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Florence 19.0¢
- Lincoln Park 19.0¢
- Cañon City 17.0¢
- Pueblo West 19.0¢
- Cripple Creek 17.0¢
- Fountain 19.0¢
- Fort Carson 15.7¢
- Pueblo 19.0¢
- Stratmoor 15.7¢
- Security-Widefield 19.0¢
ZIP codes: 81240
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Penrose?
Most homes in Penrose 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Penrose?
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 Penrose, CO?
Black Hills Colorado Electric serves Penrose.
How often does the power go out in Penrose?
In 2025, customers in Fremont County averaged 96 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-28, when 5,380 customers (28.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.