Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner 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 (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $1.12 per month.
Per use
$0.13
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
3.7¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.12
3.5 kWh
Per year
$13.43
42 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.72 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.12 | $13.43 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 7.4¢ | $2.24 | $26.86 |
Connecticut vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a vacuum cleaner in Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.12 per month, or $13.43 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.12 per month here versus $0.65 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.