Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 81% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $12.15 per month.
Per hour
5.0¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.40
8 hours/day
Per month
$12.15
36 kWh
Per year
$146
438 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.07 | $72.93 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.15 | $146 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.80 | $24.30 | $292 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.40 per day, $12.15 per month, or $146 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 81% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.15 per month here versus $6.71 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.