Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $1.13 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
$1.13
3.5 kWh
Per year
$13.52
42 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.56 | $6.76 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.52 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 7.4¢ | $2.25 | $27.03 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.13 per month, or $13.52 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.13 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.