Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $45.90 per month.
Per hour
$0.46
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.51
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$45.90
150 kWh
Per year
$551
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.75 | $22.95 | $276 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.51 | $45.90 | $551 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $3.02 | $91.79 | $1,102 |
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 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.51 per day, $45.90 per month, or $551 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $45.90 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.