Cost to Run a Hot Tub in Washington
Washington's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3.3 hours/day), a hot tub here costs $21.67 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 1,000–6,000 W
Per day
$0.71
3.3 hours/day
Per month
$21.67
150 kWh
Per year
$260
1,807 kWh
By usage level in Washington
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.65 hrs/day) | $0.36 | $10.83 | $130 |
| Typical (3.3 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.67 | $260 |
| Heavy (6.6 hrs/day) | $1.43 | $43.34 | $520 |
Washington 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 Washington?
At Washington's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a hot tub with typical usage costs about $0.71 per day, $21.67 per month, or $260 per year.
Is running a hot tub in Washington more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Washington's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $21.67 per month here versus $28.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington right now?
Washington residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.