Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $243 per month.
Per hour
$1.60
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$7.98
5 hours/day
Per month
$243
1,824 kWh
Per year
$2,913
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $3.99 | $121 | $1,456 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $7.98 | $243 | $2,913 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $15.96 | $485 | $5,825 |
Utah 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 Utah?
At Utah's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $7.98 per day, $243 per month, or $2,913 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $243 per month here versus $343 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.