Cost to Run a Home Sauna in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 6 kWh each), a home sauna here costs $9.95 per month.
Per use
$1.15
6 kWh per use
Per day
$0.33
2 uses/week at 6 kWh each
Per month
$9.95
52 kWh
Per year
$120
626 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | $0.16 | $4.98 | $59.76 |
| Typical (2×/week) | $0.33 | $9.95 | $120 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | $0.65 | $19.91 | $239 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a home sauna with typical usage costs about $0.33 per day, $9.95 per month, or $120 per year.
Is running a home sauna in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.95 per month here versus $9.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.