Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $500 per month.
Per hour
$3.29
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$16.44
5 hours/day
Per month
$500
1,824 kWh
Per year
$6,001
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $8.22 | $250 | $3,000 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $16.44 | $500 | $6,001 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $32.88 | $1,000 | $12,001 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $16.44 per day, $500 per month, or $6,001 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $500 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.