Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $5.25 per month.
Per hour
2.2¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.17
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.25
36 kWh
Per year
$63.07
438 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.63 | $31.54 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.25 | $63.07 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.51 | $126 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.25 per month, or $63.07 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $5.25 per month here versus $6.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.