Cost to Run a Hot Tub in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $22.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.75
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$22.72
150 kWh
Per year
$273
1,807 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.36 | $136 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.75 | $22.72 | $273 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.49 | $45.44 | $546 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.75 per day, $22.72 per month, or $273 per year.
Is running a hot tub in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $22.72 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.