Cost to Run a Hot Tub in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $20.16 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.66
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$20.16
150 kWh
Per year
$242
1,807 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.08 | $121 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.66 | $20.16 | $242 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.33 | $40.33 | $484 |
North Dakota 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 Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.66 per day, $20.16 per month, or $242 per year.
Is running a hot tub in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $20.16 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.