Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Maryland
Maryland's average residential electricity rate is 21.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $390 per month.
Per hour
$2.57
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$12.84
5 hours/day
Per month
$390
1,824 kWh
Per year
$4,687
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Maryland
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $6.42 | $195 | $2,343 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $12.84 | $390 | $4,687 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $25.68 | $781 | $9,373 |
Maryland 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 Maryland?
At Maryland's current average residential rate of 21.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $12.84 per day, $390 per month, or $4,687 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Maryland more expensive than average?
Yes. Maryland's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $390 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maryland right now?
Maryland residents pay an average of 21.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 37th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.