Cost to Run a Portable Air Conditioner 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 (8 hours/day), a portable air conditioner here costs $60.56 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 700–1,500 W
Per day
$1.99
8 hours/day
Per month
$60.56
243 kWh
Per year
$727
2,920 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.00 | $30.28 | $364 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.99 | $60.56 | $727 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.98 | $121 | $1,454 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a portable air conditioner in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a portable air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.99 per day, $60.56 per month, or $727 per year.
Is running a portable air conditioner in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $60.56 per month here versus $44.75 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.