Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $518 per month.
Per hour
$3.41
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$17.04
5 hours/day
Per month
$518
1,824 kWh
Per year
$6,220
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $8.52 | $259 | $3,110 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $17.04 | $518 | $6,220 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $34.08 | $1,036 | $12,439 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $17.04 per day, $518 per month, or $6,220 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $518 per month here versus $343 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.