Cost to Run a Aquarium in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a aquarium here costs $19.85 per month.
Per hour
2.7¢
at 50–300 W
Per day
$0.65
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$19.85
73 kWh
Per year
$238
876 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $9.92 | $119 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.85 | $238 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.31 | $39.69 | $477 |
New Hampshire vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a aquarium in New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a aquarium with typical usage costs about $0.65 per day, $19.85 per month, or $238 per year.
Is running a aquarium in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $19.85 per month here versus $13.72 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.