Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $441 per month.
Per hour
$2.90
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$14.52
5 hours/day
Per month
$441
1,824 kWh
Per year
$5,300
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $7.26 | $221 | $2,650 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $14.52 | $441 | $5,300 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $29.04 | $883 | $10,600 |
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 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $14.52 per day, $441 per month, or $5,300 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $441 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.