Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $62.65 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$2.06
8 hours/day
Per month
$62.65
195 kWh
Per year
$752
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.03 | $31.32 | $376 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.06 | $62.65 | $752 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.12 | $125 | $1,504 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ductless mini-split in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $2.06 per day, $62.65 per month, or $752 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $62.65 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.