Cost to Run a Electric Blanket 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 (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $11.75 per month.
Per hour
4.8¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.39
8 hours/day
Per month
$11.75
36 kWh
Per year
$141
438 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.87 | $70.52 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.75 | $141 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.77 | $23.49 | $282 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.39 per day, $11.75 per month, or $141 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $11.75 per month here versus $6.86 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.