Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $21.22 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.70
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$21.22
150 kWh
Per year
$255
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.61 | $127 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.22 | $255 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.40 | $42.44 | $510 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.70 per day, $21.22 per month, or $255 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $21.22 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.