Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest in the country, 27% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $49.58 per month.
Per hour
$0.33
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.63
5 hours/day
Per month
$49.58
213 kWh
Per year
$595
2,555 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.82 | $24.79 | $298 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.63 | $49.58 | $595 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.26 | $99.16 | $1,191 |
New Jersey 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 Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 23.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.63 per day, $49.58 per month, or $595 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 27% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $49.58 per month here versus $39.16 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 39th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.