Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $35.81 per month.
Per hour
$0.36
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.18
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$35.81
150 kWh
Per year
$430
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.59 | $17.91 | $215 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.18 | $35.81 | $430 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.36 | $71.63 | $860 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.18 per day, $35.81 per month, or $430 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $35.81 per month here versus $27.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.