Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $36.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.36
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.20
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$36.42
150 kWh
Per year
$437
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.21 | $219 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.20 | $36.42 | $437 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.40 | $72.83 | $874 |
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 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.20 per day, $36.42 per month, or $437 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $36.42 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.