Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $29.19 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.96
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$29.19
150 kWh
Per year
$351
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.60 | $175 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.19 | $351 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.92 | $58.39 | $701 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.96 per day, $29.19 per month, or $351 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $29.19 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.