Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 18% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.76 per month.
Per use
8.7¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
2.5¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$0.76
3.5 kWh
Per year
$9.09
42 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.2¢ | $0.38 | $4.55 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.76 | $9.09 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 5.0¢ | $1.51 | $18.19 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 2.5¢ per day, $0.76 per month, or $9.09 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 18% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.76 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.