Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Minnesota
Minnesota's average residential electricity rate is 17.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $26.33 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.87
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$26.33
150 kWh
Per year
$316
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Minnesota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $13.17 | $158 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.33 | $316 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.73 | $52.67 | $632 |
Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
At Minnesota's current average residential rate of 17.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.33 per month, or $316 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Minnesota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Minnesota's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $26.33 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Minnesota right now?
Minnesota residents pay an average of 17.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.