Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $35.54 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.17
5 hours/day
Per month
$35.54
213 kWh
Per year
$427
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.58 | $17.77 | $213 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.54 | $427 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.34 | $71.08 | $853 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.17 per day, $35.54 per month, or $427 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $35.54 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.