Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 17% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $277 per month.
Per hour
$1.82
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$9.12
5 hours/day
Per month
$277
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,329
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.56 | $139 | $1,664 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $9.12 | $277 | $3,329 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $18.24 | $554 | $6,658 |
Florida 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 Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $9.12 per day, $277 per month, or $3,329 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 17% below the U.S. average: $277 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.