Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 35.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 88% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $75.12 per month.
Per hour
$0.49
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$2.47
5 hours/day
Per month
$75.12
213 kWh
Per year
$902
2,555 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $1.24 | $37.56 | $451 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $2.47 | $75.12 | $902 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $4.94 | $150 | $1,804 |
California vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric fireplace in California?
At California's current average residential rate of 35.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $2.47 per day, $75.12 per month, or $902 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 88% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $75.12 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 35.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.