Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $16.89 per month.
Per use
$1.94
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.56
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$16.89
52 kWh
Per year
$203
626 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.28 | $8.44 | $101 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.56 | $16.89 | $203 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $1.11 | $33.77 | $405 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.56 per day, $16.89 per month, or $203 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $16.89 per month here versus $9.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.