Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $10.27 per month.
Per use
$1.18
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.34
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$10.27
52 kWh
Per year
$123
626 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.17 | $5.13 | $61.63 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.34 | $10.27 | $123 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.68 | $20.53 | $247 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.34 per day, $10.27 per month, or $123 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.27 per month here versus $9.59 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.