Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $281 per month.
Per hour
$1.85
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$9.24
5 hours/day
Per month
$281
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,373
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.62 | $140 | $1,686 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $9.24 | $281 | $3,373 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $18.48 | $562 | $6,745 |
Arizona vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric furnace in Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $9.24 per day, $281 per month, or $3,373 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $281 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.