Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $10.36 per month.
Per hour
4.3¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.34
8 hours/day
Per month
$10.36
36 kWh
Per year
$124
438 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.18 | $62.20 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.34 | $10.36 | $124 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.72 | $249 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.34 per day, $10.36 per month, or $124 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.36 per month here versus $6.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.