Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $12.40 per month.
Per use
$1.43
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.41
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$12.40
52 kWh
Per year
$149
626 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.20 | $6.20 | $74.46 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.41 | $12.40 | $149 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.82 | $24.81 | $298 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.41 per day, $12.40 per month, or $149 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.40 per month here versus $9.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.