Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $587 per month.
Per hour
$3.86
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$19.32
5 hours/day
Per month
$587
1,824 kWh
Per year
$7,052
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $9.66 | $294 | $3,526 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $19.32 | $587 | $7,052 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $38.64 | $1,175 | $14,104 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $19.32 per day, $587 per month, or $7,052 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $587 per month here versus $343 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.