Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.46 per month.
Per use
5.2¢
0.4 kWh per use
Per day
1.5¢
2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each
Per month
$0.46
3.5 kWh
Per year
$5.46
42 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 0.7¢ | $0.23 | $2.73 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.46 | $5.46 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.93 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 1.5¢ per day, $0.46 per month, or $5.46 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $0.46 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.