Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $58.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.38
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.91
5 hours/day
Per month
$58.09
213 kWh
Per year
$698
2,555 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.05 | $349 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.91 | $58.09 | $698 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.82 | $116 | $1,395 |
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 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.91 per day, $58.09 per month, or $698 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $58.09 per month here versus $39.16 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.