Cost to Run a Robot Vacuum in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.06 kWh each), a robot vacuum here costs $0.37 per month.
Per use
1.2¢
0.06 kWh per use
Per day
1.2¢
7 uses/week at 0.06 kWh each
Per month
$0.37
1.8 kWh
Per year
$4.49
22 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 0.6¢ | $0.19 | $2.24 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 1.2¢ | $0.37 | $4.49 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $8.98 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a robot vacuum in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a robot vacuum with typical usage costs about 1.2¢ per day, $0.37 per month, or $4.49 per year.
Is running a robot vacuum in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.37 per month here versus $0.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.