Electricity Cost in Connecticut (July 2026)
Electricity in Connecticut costs 24.16 cents per kWh on average for homes in July 2026 – 32% above the US average of 18.31¢. That is the 41st cheapest of 51 states and DC. A home using 900 kWh pays about $217.44 a month in energy charges.
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, July 2026, released September 24, 2026. Dollar figures below are computed from this rate.
Monthly electric bill in Connecticut by usage
| Monthly usage | Connecticut bill | At US average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $120.80 | $91.55 | +$29.25 |
| 900 kWh | $217.44 | $164.79 | +$52.65 |
| 1,200 kWh | $289.92 | $219.72 | +$70.20 |
| 1,500 kWh | $362.40 | $274.65 | +$87.75 |
Energy charge only: kWh × 24.16¢. Fixed fees and taxes are not included.
In 2024 the average Connecticut household used 695 kWh a month (below the US average of 863) and paid $199.66, which included fees (28.75¢ per kWh over that year). At the July 2026 rate, that same usage would run about $167.91.
What appliances cost to run in Connecticut
| Appliance | Watts | Use | Per month | vs US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space heater | 1,500 | 6 h/day | $66.15 | +$16.02 |
| Window AC | 900 | 8 h/day | $52.92 | +$12.81 |
| Portable AC | 1,200 | 8 h/day | $70.55 | +$17.08 |
| Central AC | 3,500 | 8 h/day | $205.79 | +$49.83 |
| Refrigerator | 150 | 8 h/day | $8.82 | +$2.14 |
| Chest freezer | 100 | 8 h/day | $5.88 | +$1.42 |
| Dehumidifier | 500 | 6 h/day | $22.05 | +$5.34 |
| Electric water heater | 4,500 | 3 h/day | $99.22 | +$24.02 |
| Clothes dryer | 3,000 | 1 h/day | $22.05 | +$5.34 |
| Dishwasher | 1,200 | 1 h/day | $8.82 | +$2.14 |
| Washing machine | 400 | 1 h/day | $2.94 | +$0.71 |
| Electric oven | 2,400 | 1 h/day | $17.64 | +$4.27 |
| Gaming PC | 400 | 4 h/day | $11.76 | +$2.85 |
| TV | 100 | 5 h/day | $3.67 | +$0.89 |
| Ceiling fan | 60 | 8 h/day | $3.53 | +$0.85 |
| Hot tub | 1,500 | 4 h/day | $44.10 | +$10.68 |
| Pool pump | 1,500 | 8 h/day | $88.19 | +$21.35 |
| EV Level 2 charger | 7,200 | 2 h/day | $105.83 | +$25.63 |
| Electric blanket | 100 | 8 h/day | $5.88 | +$1.42 |
| Mini split | 1,000 | 8 h/day | $58.80 | +$14.24 |
Typical wattage and daily hours from our appliance pages; month = 30.42 days; rate 24.16¢/kWh.
In Connecticut, one electric dryer costs about $22.05 a month and a space heater used 6 hours a day about $66.15. Every kWh you save is worth 24.16 cents here, so efficiency upgrades pay back faster than the national norm.
Has the price changed in Connecticut?
The residential rate moved from 27.60¢ in July 2025 to 24.16¢ in July 2026: −3.44¢ per kWh (−12.5%). Nationally the change was +0.86¢ (+4.9%). For a 900 kWh month that is a saving of $30.96 compared with a year earlier.
Compare with other states
- Michigan: 23.05¢/kWh (1.11¢ cheaper)
- Vermont: 23.75¢/kWh (0.41¢ cheaper)
- New Jersey: 25.19¢/kWh (1.03¢ pricier)
- District of Columbia: 25.21¢/kWh (1.05¢ pricier)
- Cheapest in the US: Louisiana at 12.72¢/kWh – 900 kWh would cost $114.48 instead of $217.44.
Connecticut is in the New England region. Cheaper in the region: Vermont. All: Vermont (23.75¢), New Hampshire (26.60¢), Rhode Island (28.29¢), Massachusetts (30.49¢), Maine (32.41¢).
Ways to cut your bill in Connecticut
- Run your own numbers in the electricity cost calculator.
- Compare heating options at 24.16¢/kWh with the heat pump vs furnace calculator.
- See what it costs to charge an electric car in Connecticut.
- Estimate savings from solar panels: each kWh produced offsets 24.16 cents.
Frequently asked questions
How much is electricity per kWh in Connecticut?
The average residential rate in Connecticut was 24.16 cents per kWh in July 2026. That is 32% above the US average of 18.31 cents, and ranks Connecticut 41st cheapest of 51 (50 states plus DC).
What is the average electric bill in Connecticut?
In 2024, the average Connecticut home used 695 kWh a month and paid $199.66, versus $142.26 nationally. At today's 24.16¢ rate, the same 695 kWh would cost about $167.91 in energy charges.
Is electricity getting more expensive in Connecticut?
No. The residential price was 24.16¢ in July 2026 compared with 27.60¢ in July 2025, a change of −3.44¢ (−12.5%). The US average moved +0.86¢ over the same period.
How much does a 1,000 kWh month cost in Connecticut?
About $241.60 in energy charges at 24.16¢/kWh, compared with $183.10 at the US average. Fixed customer charges and taxes on your utility bill come on top.
Sources: EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A (July 2026); EIA Electric Sales, Revenue, and Average Price (2024).