Cost to Run a Baseboard Heater in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a baseboard heater here costs $54.36 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 500–2,500 W
Per day
$1.79
8 hours/day
Per month
$54.36
365 kWh
Per year
$653
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $27.18 | $326 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.36 | $653 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.58 | $109 | $1,305 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a baseboard heater with typical usage costs about $1.79 per day, $54.36 per month, or $653 per year.
Is running a baseboard heater in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $54.36 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.