Cost to Run a Aquarium in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (24 hours/day (always on)), a aquarium here costs $17.95 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 50–300 W
Per day
$0.59
24 hours/day (always on)
Per month
$17.95
73 kWh
Per year
$215
876 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (12 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $8.97 | $108 |
| Typical (24 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.95 | $215 |
| Heavy (24 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.90 | $431 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a aquarium in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a aquarium with typical usage costs about $0.59 per day, $17.95 per month, or $215 per year.
Is running a aquarium in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.95 per month here versus $13.72 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.