Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $22.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.74
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$22.42
150 kWh
Per year
$269
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.37 | $11.21 | $135 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.74 | $22.42 | $269 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.48 | $44.84 | $538 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.74 per day, $22.42 per month, or $269 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $22.42 per month here versus $28.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.