Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $48.45 per month.
Per hour
$0.48
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.59
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$48.45
150 kWh
Per year
$582
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.23 | $291 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.59 | $48.45 | $582 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $3.19 | $96.91 | $1,164 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.59 per day, $48.45 per month, or $582 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $48.45 per month here versus $28.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.