Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Utah
Utah's average residential electricity rate is 13.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 28% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $239 per month.
Per hour
$1.57
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$7.86
5 hours/day
Per month
$239
1,824 kWh
Per year
$2,869
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Utah
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $3.93 | $119 | $1,434 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $7.86 | $239 | $2,869 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $15.72 | $478 | $5,738 |
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 13.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $7.86 per day, $239 per month, or $2,869 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Utah more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Utah's rate is about 28% below the U.S. average: $239 per month here versus $334 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Utah right now?
Utah residents pay an average of 13.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.