Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $33.62 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.11
5 hours/day
Per month
$33.62
213 kWh
Per year
$404
2,555 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.81 | $202 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.11 | $33.62 | $404 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.21 | $67.24 | $807 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.11 per day, $33.62 per month, or $404 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $33.62 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.