Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $46.18 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.52
5 hours/day
Per month
$46.18
213 kWh
Per year
$554
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.76 | $23.09 | $277 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.52 | $46.18 | $554 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.04 | $92.36 | $1,109 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.52 per day, $46.18 per month, or $554 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $46.18 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.