Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Vermont
Vermont's average residential electricity rate is 24.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 31% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $449 per month.
Per hour
$2.95
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$14.76
5 hours/day
Per month
$449
1,824 kWh
Per year
$5,387
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Vermont
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $7.38 | $224 | $2,694 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $14.76 | $449 | $5,387 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $29.52 | $897 | $10,775 |
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 24.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $14.76 per day, $449 per month, or $5,387 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Vermont more expensive than average?
Yes. Vermont's electricity costs about 31% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $449 per month here versus $343 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Vermont right now?
Vermont residents pay an average of 24.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.