Cost to Run a Vacuum Cleaner in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2 uses/week at 0.4 kWh each), a vacuum cleaner here costs $0.45 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
$0.45
3.5 kWh
Per year
$5.42
42 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1×/week) | 0.7¢ | $0.23 | $2.71 |
| Typical (2×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.45 | $5.42 |
| Heavy (4×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.90 | $10.85 |
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¢/kWh (May 2026), a vacuum cleaner with typical usage costs about 1.5¢ per day, $0.45 per month, or $5.42 per year.
Is running a vacuum cleaner in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $0.45 per month here versus $0.64 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.