Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $10.00 per month.
Per hour
4.1¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.33
8 hours/day
Per month
$10.00
36 kWh
Per year
$120
438 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.01 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.00 | $120 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.66 | $19.99 | $240 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric blanket in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $10.00 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.00 per month here versus $6.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.