Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Mississippi
Mississippi's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $30.86 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.01
5 hours/day
Per month
$30.86
213 kWh
Per year
$370
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Mississippi
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.51 | $15.43 | $185 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.01 | $30.86 | $370 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.03 | $61.71 | $741 |
Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
At Mississippi's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.01 per day, $30.86 per month, or $370 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Mississippi more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Mississippi's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $30.86 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Mississippi right now?
Mississippi residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.