Cost to Run a Electric Blanket in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a electric blanket here costs $5.07 per month.
Per hour
2.1¢
at 60–200 W
Per day
$0.17
8 hours/day
Per month
$5.07
36 kWh
Per year
$60.88
438 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | 8.3¢ | $2.54 | $30.44 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.07 | $60.88 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.14 | $122 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric blanket with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.07 per month, or $60.88 per year.
Is running a electric blanket in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $5.07 per month here versus $6.86 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.