Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $35.96 per month.
Per hour
$0.36
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.18
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$35.96
150 kWh
Per year
$432
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.98 | $216 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.96 | $432 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.37 | $71.93 | $864 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.18 per day, $35.96 per month, or $432 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $35.96 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.