Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $41.28 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.36
5 hours/day
Per month
$41.28
213 kWh
Per year
$496
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.64 | $248 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.36 | $41.28 | $496 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.72 | $82.57 | $991 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.36 per day, $41.28 per month, or $496 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $41.28 per month here versus $39.16 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.