Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $556 per month.
Per hour
$3.66
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$18.30
5 hours/day
Per month
$556
1,824 kWh
Per year
$6,680
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $9.15 | $278 | $3,340 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $18.30 | $556 | $6,680 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $36.60 | $1,113 | $13,359 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $18.30 per day, $556 per month, or $6,680 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $556 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.