Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $250 per month.
Per hour
$1.64
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$8.22
5 hours/day
Per month
$250
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,000
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $4.11 | $125 | $1,500 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $8.22 | $250 | $3,000 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $16.44 | $500 | $6,001 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $8.22 per day, $250 per month, or $3,000 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: $250 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.