Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $6.09 per month.
Per hour
2.5¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.20
8 hours/day
Per month
$6.09
36 kWh
Per year
$73.15
438 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.05 | $36.57 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.09 | $73.15 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.18 | $146 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.09 per month, or $73.15 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $6.09 per month here versus $6.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.