Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.83 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
2.7¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$0.83
3.5 kWh
Per year
$9.97
42 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.4¢ | $0.42 | $4.98 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.83 | $9.97 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 5.5¢ | $1.66 | $19.94 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.83 per month, or $9.97 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.83 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.