Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Georgia
Georgia's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $34.69 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.14
5 hours/day
Per month
$34.69
213 kWh
Per year
$416
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Georgia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.34 | $208 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.69 | $416 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.28 | $69.37 | $833 |
Georgia 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 Georgia?
At Georgia's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.14 per day, $34.69 per month, or $416 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Georgia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Georgia's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $34.69 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Georgia right now?
Georgia residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.