Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 48¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 162% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $102 per month.
Per hour
$0.67
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$3.36
5 hours/day
Per month
$102
213 kWh
Per year
$1,226
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $1.68 | $51.07 | $613 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $3.36 | $102 | $1,226 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $6.72 | $204 | $2,453 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 48¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $3.36 per day, $102 per month, or $1,226 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 162% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $102 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 48¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.