Cost to Run a Window Air Conditioner in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a window air conditioner here costs $53.84 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 500–1,500 W
Per day
$1.77
8 hours/day
Per month
$53.84
219 kWh
Per year
$646
2,628 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.92 | $323 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.84 | $646 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.54 | $108 | $1,293 |
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 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a window air conditioner with typical usage costs about $1.77 per day, $53.84 per month, or $646 per year.
Is running a window air conditioner in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $53.84 per month here versus $41.15 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.