Cost to Run a Baseboard Heater in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a baseboard heater here costs $108 per month.
Per hour
$0.44
at 500–2,500 W
Per day
$3.54
8 hours/day
Per month
$108
365 kWh
Per year
$1,292
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.81 | $646 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $3.54 | $108 | $1,292 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $7.08 | $215 | $2,584 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a baseboard heater with typical usage costs about $3.54 per day, $108 per month, or $1,292 per year.
Is running a baseboard heater in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $108 per month here versus $67.12 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.