Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.89 per month.
Per use
$0.15
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
6.2¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.89
7.8 kWh
Per year
$22.71
94 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.95 | $11.36 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.2¢ | $1.89 | $22.71 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.78 | $45.43 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 6.2¢ per day, $1.89 per month, or $22.71 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.89 per month here versus $1.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.