Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 1% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $39.37 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.29
5 hours/day
Per month
$39.37
213 kWh
Per year
$473
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.68 | $236 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.29 | $39.37 | $473 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.59 | $78.74 | $945 |
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 18.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.29 per day, $39.37 per month, or $473 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $39.37 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.