Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Arkansas
Arkansas's average residential electricity rate is 14.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest in the country, 22% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $21.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.71
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$21.52
150 kWh
Per year
$258
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Arkansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.76 | $129 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.52 | $258 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.04 | $517 |
Arkansas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a hot tub in Arkansas?
At Arkansas's current average residential rate of 14.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.71 per day, $21.52 per month, or $258 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Arkansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arkansas's rate is about 22% below the U.S. average: $21.52 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arkansas right now?
Arkansas residents pay an average of 14.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 9th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.