Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $5.84 per month.
Per hour
2.4¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.19
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.84
36 kWh
Per year
$70.08
438 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.92 | $35.04 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.84 | $70.08 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.38 | $11.67 | $140 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.84 per month, or $70.08 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $5.84 per month here versus $6.68 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.