Cost to Run a Tankless Electric Water Heater in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.7 hours/day), a tankless electric water heater here costs $91.16 per month.
Per hour
$4.28
at 13,000–27,000 W
Per day
$3.00
0.7 hours/day
Per month
$91.16
383 kWh
Per year
$1,095
4,599 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $1.50 | $45.58 | $547 |
| Typical (0.7 hrs/day) | $3.00 | $91.16 | $1,095 |
| Heavy (1.4 hrs/day) | $6.00 | $182 | $2,189 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a tankless electric water heater in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a tankless electric water heater with typical usage costs about $3.00 per day, $91.16 per month, or $1,095 per year.
Is running a tankless electric water heater in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $91.16 per month here versus $70.10 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.