Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $43.62 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.43
5 hours/day
Per month
$43.62
213 kWh
Per year
$524
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.72 | $21.81 | $262 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.43 | $43.62 | $524 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.87 | $87.25 | $1,048 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.43 per day, $43.62 per month, or $524 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $43.62 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.