Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.99 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
3.3¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$0.99
3.5 kWh
Per year
$11.93
42 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.6¢ | $0.50 | $5.97 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 3.3¢ | $0.99 | $11.93 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.99 | $23.86 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 3.3¢ per day, $0.99 per month, or $11.93 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.99 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.