Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater 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 (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $128 per month.
Per hour
$1.45
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$4.20
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$128
397 kWh
Per year
$1,534
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $2.10 | $63.87 | $767 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $4.20 | $128 | $1,534 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $8.40 | $255 | $3,068 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric water heater in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $4.20 per day, $128 per month, or $1,534 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $128 per month here versus $74.58 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.