Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $10.01 per month.
Per use
$1.15
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.33
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$10.01
52 kWh
Per year
$120
626 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.07 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.33 | $10.01 | $120 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.66 | $20.01 | $240 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a home sauna in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $10.01 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.01 per month here versus $9.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.