Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $591 per month.
Per hour
$3.89
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$19.44
5 hours/day
Per month
$591
1,824 kWh
Per year
$7,096
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $9.72 | $295 | $3,548 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $19.44 | $591 | $7,096 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $38.88 | $1,182 | $14,191 |
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 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $19.44 per day, $591 per month, or $7,096 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $591 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.