Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $354 per month.
Per hour
$2.33
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$11.64
5 hours/day
Per month
$354
1,824 kWh
Per year
$4,249
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $5.82 | $177 | $2,124 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $11.64 | $354 | $4,249 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $23.28 | $708 | $8,497 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $11.64 per day, $354 per month, or $4,249 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $354 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.