Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 55% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $522 per month.
Per hour
$3.43
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$17.16
5 hours/day
Per month
$522
1,824 kWh
Per year
$6,263
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $8.58 | $261 | $3,132 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $17.16 | $522 | $6,263 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $34.32 | $1,043 | $12,527 |
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 28.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $17.16 per day, $522 per month, or $6,263 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 55% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $522 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.