Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $44.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.44
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.46
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$44.39
150 kWh
Per year
$533
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.73 | $22.20 | $266 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.46 | $44.39 | $533 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.92 | $88.78 | $1,066 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.46 per day, $44.39 per month, or $533 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $44.39 per month here versus $28.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.