Electricity rates in Towaoc, CO
Towaoc (1,087 people, Montezuma County) is served by Empire Electric Association. Homes on Empire Electric Association pay about 16.40¢/kWh, 1% less than the Colorado average.
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Electric companies serving Towaoc
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 16.40¢ | $115 | 13K | 175 |
Power outages in Montezuma County right now
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Outage history in Montezuma County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 0 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 0 (0%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-14 | 2025-11-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (0 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cortez 16.4¢
- Mancos 19.2¢
- Durango 19.2¢
- Bayfield 16.7¢
- Mountain Village 17.6¢
- Telluride 16.4¢
- Ouray 17.6¢
- Pagosa Springs 19.2¢
- Montrose 15.6¢
- Olathe 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 81334
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Towaoc?
Most homes in Towaoc get power from Empire Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 16.40¢/kWh including all charges. The Colorado average is 16.58¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Towaoc?
About $115 a month, based on 703 kWh a month (the average for Empire Electric Association customers) at 16.40¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Towaoc, CO?
Empire Electric Association serves Towaoc.
How often does the power go out in Towaoc?
In 2025, customers in Montezuma County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-16, when 9 customers (0.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.