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 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Xcel Energy?

53% 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, 3.0 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?

"Pay scale is comparable to other companies and good benefits." ((in 121 reviews)); "tons of over time and good pay" ((in 112 reviews)); "Great people and very stable" ((in 108 reviews)); "Many coworkers are great people" ((in 39 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 43 reviews)); "Certain upper management." ((in 30 reviews)); "No training or ability to attend training or travel" ((in 25 reviews)); "The culture is awful and has created a revolving door." ((in 23 reviews)); "Had 4 managers quit or change divisions, including 1 that got fired during my tenure." ((in 20 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

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Xcel Energy

Xcel Energy reviews

3.3

53% would recommend to a friend

(1,072 total reviews)

Bob Frenzel

30% approve of CEO

49% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.5

Diversity & inclusion

3.3

Work/Life balance

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Career opportunities

3.0

Culture & values

2.7

Senior management

Xcel Energy has an employee rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars, based on 1,072 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).

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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Jun 30, 2016

Great environment to work in

Engineer i

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Extremely inclusive environment. Everyone is friendly, and willing to help. There's a lot to learn, so I couldn't imagine it ever getting boring. And the company treats its employees so well.

Cons

There are a lot of differeny processes to learn and qualifications to get. It is a fun job, but be prepared to continue going to classes and taking tests

2.0

Jun 8, 2016

Turth about xcel energy from an insider

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Nothing really except I don't work there anymore.

Cons

They hire contractors and will have people on for years with no benefits, pay increase etc. They are very corupt my manager told me they didn't have any money in the budget but gave 50 K away to a bid they loss. Honestly probably the most corupt place I have ever worked and they have super high turnoever. In my department in one year we had over 70% turnover because they do not treat the employees right.

1.0

May 26, 2016

Maintenance Supervisor

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great Pay and Benefits. Super employer for veterans with great support for Reservist and guard.

Cons

Seems to be a lot of the good ol' boys club when it comes to upper management jobs. HORRENDOUS at posting jobs for vacated positions (retired, quit, etc...)

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