Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $1.06 per month.
Per use
$0.12
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
3.5¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$1.06
3.5 kWh
Per year
$12.72
42 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.53 | $6.36 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.72 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 7.0¢ | $2.12 | $25.45 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 3.5¢ per day, $1.06 per month, or $12.72 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.06 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.