Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $41.50 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.36
5 hours/day
Per month
$41.50
213 kWh
Per year
$498
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.68 | $20.75 | $249 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.36 | $41.50 | $498 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.73 | $82.99 | $996 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.36 per day, $41.50 per month, or $498 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $41.50 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.