Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $41.92 per month.
Per hour
$0.28
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.38
5 hours/day
Per month
$41.92
213 kWh
Per year
$503
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.69 | $20.96 | $252 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.38 | $41.92 | $503 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.76 | $83.84 | $1,007 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.38 per day, $41.92 per month, or $503 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $41.92 per month here versus $39.16 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.