WY · ranked #48 in the US
Wyoming residential rate: 11.6¢/kWh
That's 30% lower than the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Abundant coal and rapidly growing wind generation; sparse population plus cold winters makes heating the dominant residential load.
Estimated cost
$39.15/month
$1.31 per day$476.33 per year337.5 kWh monthly
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A space heater draws full power only while the thermostat/compressor is running — about 7.5 effective hours at 1500W across your 10-hour window.
At your rate
What appliances cost in Wyoming.
Typical monthly running cost at 11.6¢/kWh, sorted by biggest impact on your bill.
Utilities serving Wyoming
- Rocky Mountain Power (PacifiCorp)
- Black Hills Energy
- Cheyenne Light Fuel & Power
Deregulation status
none
In Wyoming your utility is both the supplier and the deliverer. No supplier shopping, but regulated rates tend to be more stable.
Sources: www.eia.gov · psc.wyo.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-13