Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $26.48 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.87
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$26.48
150 kWh
Per year
$318
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.24 | $159 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.48 | $318 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.97 | $636 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.87 per day, $26.48 per month, or $318 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $26.48 per month here versus $27.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.