Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $31.71 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.04
5 hours/day
Per month
$31.71
213 kWh
Per year
$381
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.85 | $190 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.71 | $381 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.09 | $63.41 | $761 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.04 per day, $31.71 per month, or $381 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $31.71 per month here versus $40.01 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.