Cost to Run a Evaporative (Swamp) Cooler in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a evaporative (swamp) cooler here costs $24.22 per month.
Per hour
$0.10
at 100–800 W
Per day
$0.80
8 hours/day
Per month
$24.22
97 kWh
Per year
$291
1,168 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.11 | $145 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.22 | $291 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.59 | $48.45 | $582 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a evaporative (swamp) cooler with typical usage costs about $0.80 per day, $24.22 per month, or $291 per year.
Is running a evaporative (swamp) cooler in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $24.22 per month here versus $17.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.