Cost to Run a Baseboard Heater in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a baseboard heater here costs $56.18 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 500–2,500 W
Per day
$1.85
8 hours/day
Per month
$56.18
365 kWh
Per year
$675
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $28.09 | $337 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.85 | $56.18 | $675 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.70 | $112 | $1,349 |
Georgia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a baseboard heater in Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a baseboard heater with typical usage costs about $1.85 per day, $56.18 per month, or $675 per year.
Is running a baseboard heater in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $56.18 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 19th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.