Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 23.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $52.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$1.71
8 hours/day
Per month
$52.09
219 kWh
Per year
$625
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.86 | $26.05 | $313 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.71 | $52.09 | $625 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.43 | $104 | $1,251 |
Vermont vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a window air conditioner in Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 23.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.71 per day, $52.09 per month, or $625 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $52.09 per month here versus $40.06 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 23.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.