Colorado · Heat pump rebates 2026

Colorado heat pump rebates.
Stacked, checked, ready.

Colorado homeowners can combine federal, state, and utility rebates — and in many cases pay less than half of sticker install cost. Here's the current rebate stack for ZIP 10001.

Current programs8Live data for Colorado via Rewiring America

Heat pump max$8,000HEEHRA income-qualified, stackable with state programs

What heat pump rebates are available in Colorado in 2026?

Colorado actively processing applications. Typical rebate stack: $8,000 to $14,000 on a whole-home heat pump install, depending on income tier and equipment choice. Utility programs and remaining federal items (solar, geothermal) layer on top where eligible.

Current Colorado rebate stack

Live data for ZIP 10001, household size 3, $80k income — enter your own details in the finder below for your exact stack.

EmPower+No-cost energy audit and efficiency upgrades, up to $10,000, including weatherization, heat pumps, and electrical upgrades for qualified homes.
Appliance Upgrade ProgramUp to $840 upfront rebate for an ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump clothes dryer through participating retailers. For income-qualified residents only.
Appliance Upgrade ProgramUp to $840 upfront rebate for an ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump clothes dryer through participating retailers. For income-qualified residents only.
Appliance Upgrade Program100% of cost of an electric panel upgrade, up to $4,000 for income-eligible residents. Must use a participating contractor.
Appliance Upgrade Program100% of cost of electrical wiring, up to $2,500 for income-eligible residents. Must use a participating contractor.

Your personal Colorado rebate stack

Enter your ZIP, income, and household size to see exactly what applies.

Cities in Colorado

City-level rebate stacks with utility-specific detail. Same HEEHRA + state programs, plus local bonuses where they exist.

DenverXcel Energy's Colorado heat pump program is fully live. HEEHRA is active statewide — stacking nets the richest Mountain West rebate package.
BoulderBoulder's Climate Action Fund adds city-level incentives on top of Xcel + HEEHRA — a premium stacking city.

Utilities serving Colorado

Each utility runs its own rebate rules on top of HEEHRA and state programs. Open one to see program caps, eligibility, and stacking notes.

Xcel Energy ColoradoXcel Energy Colorado pays up to $5,000 for a cold-climate air-source heat pump installed by a registered Xcel trade partner, plus an optional $200 smart thermostat rebate. Residents can stack the live Colorado HEEHRA rebate ($8,000 for income-qualified households) for a total of up to $13,000 off a qualifying whole-home system, routed through a single point-of-sale invoice.

Colorado heat pump rebates — frequently asked

Does Colorado have active HEEHRA rebates in 2026?

Colorado has an open consumer-facing portal with certified contractors actively filing rebate paperwork. See the live state-by-state HEEHRA rollout tracker for program launch dates and income caps.

Can I claim the federal 25C tax credit on a heat pump in Colorado?

No — the 25C federal heat pump tax credit was repealed by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025 and expired December 31, 2025. Colorado homeowners should focus on state-administered HEEHRA rebates, utility incentives, and remaining 25C items (solar PV, geothermal, battery storage).

How much can I save on a heat pump in Colorado?

Expected rebate stack in Colorado: $8,000 to $14,000. Savings depend on household income, equipment tier, and whether your ZIP has utility programs that layer on top of state rebates. Use the rebate finder on this page to see the exact programs for your ZIP.

What's the income limit for HEEHRA rebates in Colorado?

HEEHRA uses Area Median Income (AMI) tiers from HUD, which vary by county and household size. Under 80% AMI qualifies for the full rebate (up to $8,000 heat pump + $14,000 whole-package). Between 80–150% AMI qualifies for 50% of the rebate. Above 150% AMI is not HEEHRA-eligible but can still stack utility programs.

Can I stack HEEHRA with Colorado utility rebates?

Yes — HEEHRA is designed to stack with state and utility programs. The application order matters: federal tax credits (where applicable), then state energy office rebates, then utility incentives, then manufacturer/dealer rebates. Stacking correctly is how homeowners reach net-cost savings of 50–90% off the pre-rebate install price.

Colorado · Deep dives

Journal, guides, and case studies for Colorado

Program-specific reading for Colorado homeowners — rebate mechanics, income-tier math, and worked install scenarios.

Journal · May 1, 2026

Xcel Energy Heat Pump Rebates in Colorado: How the Clean Heat Plan and Federal Credits Stack

How Xcel Energy's Colorado heat pump rebates stack with the state Clean Heat Plan and federal 25C credit — exact amounts, eligibility, and application order.

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Journal · Apr 12, 2026

Denver CO Whole-Home Electrification — Sample Rebate Scenario

A worked sample: 2,400 sqft Denver single-family, full electrification bundle, stacked Xcel plus live HEEHRA plus manufacturer math for a 70% AMI household.