Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 14.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $257 per month.
Per hour
$1.69
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$8.46
5 hours/day
Per month
$257
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,088
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.23 | $129 | $1,544 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $8.46 | $257 | $3,088 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $16.92 | $514 | $6,176 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 14.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $8.46 per day, $257 per month, or $3,088 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $257 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 14.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.