Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 26.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 45% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $56.60 per month.
Per hour
$0.37
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.86
5 hours/day
Per month
$56.60
213 kWh
Per year
$680
2,555 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.30 | $340 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.86 | $56.60 | $680 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.72 | $113 | $1,359 |
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 26.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.86 per day, $56.60 per month, or $680 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 45% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $56.60 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 26.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.