Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $34.69 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.14
5 hours/day
Per month
$34.69
213 kWh
Per year
$416
2,555 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.34 | $208 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.14 | $34.69 | $416 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.28 | $69.37 | $833 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.14 per day, $34.69 per month, or $416 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $34.69 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.