Does Xcel Energy pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Xcel Energy employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Xcel Energy. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Xcel Energy?

55% of Xcel Energy employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Xcel Energy 3.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.1 for culture and values and 3.1 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Xcel Energy?

Project Manager (30) , Engineer (27) , Intern (26) , Customer Service Representative (22) , Manager (20) , Analyst (16) , Director (15) , Engineering Intern (15) , Marketing Assistant (12) , Project Coordinator (11) , Supervisor (9) , Administrative Assistant (8) , Business Intern (8) , Designer (8) , Operations Manager (8)

What are the pros of working at Xcel Energy according to real employee reviews?

"tons of over time and good pay" ((in 120 reviews)); "Pay scale is comparable to other companies and good benefits." ((in 117 reviews)); "Great people and very stable" ((in 108 reviews)); "Many coworkers are great people" ((in 37 reviews)); "Good work life balance for parents of littles" ((in 31 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Xcel Energy according to real employee reviews?

"They were hiring people for senior leadership positions that lasted a day!" ((in 46 reviews)); "Certain upper management." ((in 30 reviews)); "suite No training or professional development strategy or resources for non" ((in 24 reviews)); "Awful culture and want to look for a new opportunity." ((in 22 reviews)); "Had 4 managers quit or change divisions, including 1 that got fired during my tenure." ((in 19 reviews))

What are employees saying about Xcel Energy layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Xcel Energy layoffs and their outlook for job security at Xcel Energy in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Xcel Energy locations?

Denver , Minneapolis , Amarillo , Eau Claire , Saint Paul , Welch , Monticello , Lubbock , Maple Grove , Golden , Henderson , Colorado Springs , Minneapolis-Saint Paul , La Crosse , Roswell , Roseville , Hobbs , Boulder , Fort Collins , Chicago , Ashland , Hudson , Texas City , Burnsville , Red Wing , Arvada , Pueblo , Centennial , Holmen , Madison

Skip to content Skip to footer

Notifications

Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy reviews

3.3

55% would recommend to a friend

(1,073 total reviews)

Bob Frenzel

33% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Work/Life balance

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Culture & values

3.1

Career opportunities

2.7

Senior management

Xcel Energy has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,073 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Xcel Energy employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

Ratings by demographic groups

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Sexual orientation

Disability

Parent or family caregiver

Veteran status

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

4.0

Jan 23, 2020

Great place to work

Production specialist iii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It's a great place to work

Cons

No real downsides for areas I worked in.

5.0

Jan 23, 2020

Strong Stable Company with Good People

Program manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The work life balance is great at Xcel Energy and the company is moving in a really exciting direction. The work that is done truly makes a difference in the world and there is a strong leadership team.

Cons

The tools and pay seem to lag the market.

4.0

Jan 20, 2020

Nice place to work

Human resources

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great colleagues Leading the industry with strong yet attainable goals to be carbon free (clear pathway communicated to employees) Training opportunities Ability and willingness to help employees reach their professional goals Benefits Salary Work from (at manager's discretion)

Cons

Newer parental leave plan which is great but could use some improving to match other large companies in the region Catching up technologically but doing it methodically

Xcel Energy Response

It sounds like our core beliefs and values are well aligned and you’ll really enjoy working at Xcel Energy. It’s employees like you who will help us achieve our goal of leading the clean energy transition. We appreciate your thoughtful review. - Xcel Energy Social Media Team

Viewing 694 - 696 of 1,073 Reviews

Top companies for "Compensation and Benefits" near you

Schneider Electric

4.0★Compensation & Benefits

SLB

3.9★Compensation & Benefits

ExxonMobil

3.6★Compensation & Benefits

Shell

3.9★Compensation & Benefits

Jobs at Xcel Energy

Stores Utility Worker - Denver, CO

Stores Utility Worker - Golden, CO

General Plant Helper Repairman - High Bridge Combined Cycle Plant - St Paul, MN

Administrative Assistant IV

Gas Resource Planning Analyst II or Senior