Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $454 per month.
Per hour
$2.99
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$14.94
5 hours/day
Per month
$454
1,824 kWh
Per year
$5,453
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $7.47 | $227 | $2,727 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $14.94 | $454 | $5,453 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $29.88 | $908 | $10,906 |
Vermont 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 Vermont?
At Vermont's current average residential rate of 24.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $14.94 per day, $454 per month, or $5,453 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $454 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.