Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $6.35 per month.
Per hour
2.6¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.21
8 hours/day
Per month
$6.35
36 kWh
Per year
$76.21
438 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.17 | $38.11 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.35 | $76.21 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.70 | $152 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric blanket in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.35 per month, or $76.21 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $6.35 per month here versus $6.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.