Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $18.66 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.61
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$18.66
150 kWh
Per year
$224
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.33 | $112 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.66 | $224 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.23 | $37.32 | $448 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.61 per day, $18.66 per month, or $224 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $18.66 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.