Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $60.22 per month.
Per hour
$0.40
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.98
5 hours/day
Per month
$60.22
213 kWh
Per year
$723
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $30.11 | $362 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.98 | $60.22 | $723 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $3.96 | $120 | $1,446 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.98 per day, $60.22 per month, or $723 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $60.22 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.