Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Kansas
Kansas's average residential electricity rate is 15.3¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $32.56 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.07
5 hours/day
Per month
$32.56
213 kWh
Per year
$391
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Kansas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.28 | $195 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.07 | $32.56 | $391 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.14 | $65.12 | $782 |
Kansas 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 Kansas?
At Kansas's current average residential rate of 15.3¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.07 per day, $32.56 per month, or $391 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Kansas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kansas's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $32.56 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kansas right now?
Kansas residents pay an average of 15.3¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 17th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.