Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $41.23 per month.
Per hour
$0.41
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.36
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$41.23
150 kWh
Per year
$495
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.62 | $248 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.36 | $41.23 | $495 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.71 | $82.46 | $990 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.36 per day, $41.23 per month, or $495 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $41.23 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.