Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $111 per month.
Per hour
$0.73
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$3.64
5 hours/day
Per month
$111
213 kWh
Per year
$1,329
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $1.82 | $55.33 | $664 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $3.64 | $111 | $1,329 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $7.28 | $221 | $2,657 |
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 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $3.64 per day, $111 per month, or $1,329 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $111 per month here versus $39.16 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.