Cost to Run a Electric Space Heater
A standard 1500W portable electric heater
Wattage
1,500W
Daily Usage
8h
Monthly Cost*
$61.99
Annual Cost*
$754.24
* At national average rate of 17.22¢/kWh
Cost to Run Electric Space Heater by State
From cheapest (Idaho: $40.14/mo) to most expensive (Hawaii: $155.45/mo).
| # | State | Rate | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Idaho | 11.15¢ | $40.14 | $488.37 |
| 2 | Washington | 11.26¢ | $40.54 | $493.19 |
| 3 | Utah | 11.41¢ | $41.08 | $499.76 |
| 4 | Wyoming | 11.72¢ | $42.19 | $513.34 |
| 5 | North Dakota | 12.43¢ | $44.75 | $544.43 |
| 6 | Louisiana | 12.52¢ | $45.07 | $548.38 |
| 7 | Oregon | 12.55¢ | $45.18 | $549.69 |
| 8 | Montana | 12.81¢ | $46.12 | $561.08 |
| 9 | Oklahoma | 12.82¢ | $46.15 | $561.52 |
| 10 | Tennessee | 12.91¢ | $46.48 | $565.46 |
| 11 | Arkansas | 13.04¢ | $46.94 | $571.15 |
| 12 | Nebraska | 13.08¢ | $47.09 | $572.90 |
| 13 | Kentucky | 13.19¢ | $47.48 | $577.72 |
| 14 | West Virginia | 13.44¢ | $48.38 | $588.67 |
| 15 | Mississippi | 13.54¢ | $48.74 | $593.05 |
| 16 | South Dakota | 13.74¢ | $49.46 | $601.81 |
| 17 | Missouri | 13.78¢ | $49.61 | $603.56 |
| 18 | North Carolina | 14.09¢ | $50.72 | $617.14 |
| 19 | Georgia | 14.27¢ | $51.37 | $625.03 |
| 20 | South Carolina | 14.43¢ | $51.95 | $632.03 |
| 21 | Virginia | 14.64¢ | $52.70 | $641.23 |
| 22 | Arizona | 14.78¢ | $53.21 | $647.36 |
| 23 | Alabama | 14.87¢ | $53.53 | $651.31 |
| 24 | Nevada | 14.92¢ | $53.71 | $653.50 |
| 25 | Delaware | 14.94¢ | $53.78 | $654.37 |
| 26 | Texas | 15.06¢ | $54.22 | $659.63 |
| 27 | Iowa | 15.14¢ | $54.50 | $663.13 |
| 28 | Ohio | 15.21¢ | $54.76 | $666.20 |
| 29 | Kansas | 15.28¢ | $55.01 | $669.26 |
| 30 | New Mexico | 15.34¢ | $55.22 | $671.89 |
| 31 | Indiana | 15.42¢ | $55.51 | $675.40 |
| 32 | Colorado | 15.56¢ | $56.02 | $681.53 |
| 33 | Minnesota | 15.63¢ | $56.27 | $684.59 |
| 34 | Florida | 16.22¢ | $58.39 | $710.44 |
| 35 | Illinois | 16.27¢ | $58.57 | $712.63 |
| 36 | Maryland | 16.57¢ | $59.65 | $725.77 |
| 37 | Wisconsin | 17.38¢ | $62.57 | $761.24 |
| 38 | Pennsylvania | 18.36¢ | $66.10 | $804.17 |
| 39 | New Jersey | 18.48¢ | $66.53 | $809.42 |
| 40 | Michigan | 19.34¢ | $69.62 | $847.09 |
| 41 | Vermont | 21.43¢ | $77.15 | $938.63 |
| 42 | Alaska | 24.21¢ | $87.16 | $1,060.40 |
| 43 | New York | 24.33¢ | $87.59 | $1,065.65 |
| 44 | New Hampshire | 25.78¢ | $92.81 | $1,129.16 |
| 45 | Maine | 26.37¢ | $94.93 | $1,155.01 |
| 46 | Rhode Island | 28.08¢ | $101.09 | $1,229.90 |
| 47 | Massachusetts | 28.58¢ | $102.89 | $1,251.80 |
| 48 | Connecticut | 29.98¢ | $107.93 | $1,313.12 |
| 49 | California | 31.22¢ | $112.39 | $1,367.44 |
| 50 | Hawaii | 43.18¢ | $155.45 | $1,891.28 |
Energy Saving Tips for Electric Space Heater
- Lower your thermostat by 7-10F for 8 hours a day to save up to 10% on heating costs.
- Use a programmable or smart thermostat to automatically adjust temperatures.
- Seal air leaks around windows, doors, and ductwork.
- Use space heaters to heat only occupied rooms rather than the entire house.
- Ensure proper insulation in attics, walls, and floors.
- Consider upgrading to a heat pump for greater efficiency.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much electricity does a Electric Space Heater use?
A typical Electric Space Heater uses 1500 watts and runs about 8 hours per day, consuming 12.00 kWh daily.
How much does it cost to run a Electric Space Heater per month?
At the national average electricity rate of 17.22¢/kWh, running a Electric Space Heater costs approximately $61.99 per month.
Where is it cheapest to run a Electric Space Heater?
Idaho has the lowest cost at $40.14/month, while Hawaii is the most expensive at $155.45/month.
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Data verified March 2026 · Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)