Cost to Run a Baseboard Heater in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a baseboard heater here costs $58.37 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 500–2,500 W
Per day
$1.92
8 hours/day
Per month
$58.37
365 kWh
Per year
$701
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.18 | $350 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.92 | $58.37 | $701 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.84 | $117 | $1,402 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a baseboard heater with typical usage costs about $1.92 per day, $58.37 per month, or $701 per year.
Is running a baseboard heater in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $58.37 per month here versus $66.76 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.