Cost to Run a Baseboard Heater in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a baseboard heater here costs $104 per month.
Per hour
$0.43
at 500–2,500 W
Per day
$3.41
8 hours/day
Per month
$104
365 kWh
Per year
$1,244
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.70 | $51.80 | $622 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.41 | $104 | $1,244 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $6.82 | $207 | $2,488 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a baseboard heater with typical usage costs about $3.41 per day, $104 per month, or $1,244 per year.
Is running a baseboard heater in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $104 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.