Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $255 per month.
Per hour
$1.68
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$8.40
5 hours/day
Per month
$255
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,066
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.20 | $128 | $1,533 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $8.40 | $255 | $3,066 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $16.80 | $511 | $6,132 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $8.40 per day, $255 per month, or $3,066 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $255 per month here versus $343 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.