Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $2.52 per month.
Per use
$0.19
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
8.3¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$2.52
7.8 kWh
Per year
$30.22
94 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.1¢ | $1.26 | $15.11 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 8.3¢ | $2.52 | $30.22 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.17 | $5.03 | $60.44 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 8.3¢ per day, $2.52 per month, or $30.22 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.52 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.