Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $48.76 per month.
Per hour
$0.49
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.60
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$48.76
150 kWh
Per year
$585
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.38 | $293 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.60 | $48.76 | $585 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $3.21 | $97.51 | $1,171 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.60 per day, $48.76 per month, or $585 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $48.76 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.