Cost to Run a Electric Fireplace in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric fireplace here costs $40.64 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.34
5 hours/day
Per month
$40.64
213 kWh
Per year
$488
2,555 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $0.67 | $20.32 | $244 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $1.34 | $40.64 | $488 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $2.67 | $81.29 | $976 |
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 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric fireplace with typical usage costs about $1.34 per day, $40.64 per month, or $488 per year.
Is running a electric fireplace in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $40.64 per month here versus $38.94 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.