Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $38.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.25
5 hours/day
Per month
$38.09
213 kWh
Per year
$457
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.63 | $19.05 | $229 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.25 | $38.09 | $457 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.51 | $76.18 | $915 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.25 per day, $38.09 per month, or $457 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $38.09 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.