Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $37.47 per month.
Per hour
$0.37
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$1.23
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$37.47
150 kWh
Per year
$450
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.73 | $225 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $1.23 | $37.47 | $450 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $2.47 | $74.94 | $900 |
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 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $1.23 per day, $37.47 per month, or $450 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $37.47 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.