Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $42.74 per month.
Per hour
$0.43
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.41
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$42.74
150 kWh
Per year
$513
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.70 | $21.37 | $257 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.41 | $42.74 | $513 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.81 | $85.47 | $1,026 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.41 per day, $42.74 per month, or $513 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $42.74 per month here versus $28.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.