Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $29.79 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$0.98
5 hours/day
Per month
$29.79
213 kWh
Per year
$358
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.90 | $179 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.79 | $358 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $1.96 | $59.58 | $715 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $0.98 per day, $29.79 per month, or $358 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $29.79 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.