Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $43.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.43
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.42
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$43.04
150 kWh
Per year
$517
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.52 | $258 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.04 | $517 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.83 | $86.07 | $1,033 |
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 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.42 per day, $43.04 per month, or $517 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $43.04 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.