Cost to Run a Electric Furnace in Virginia
Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 17.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest in the country, 4% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (5 hours/day), a electric furnace here costs $321 per month.
Per hour
$2.11
at 10,000–20,000 W
Per day
$10.56
5 hours/day
Per month
$321
1,824 kWh
Per year
$3,854
21,900 kWh
By usage level in Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2.5 hrs/day) | $5.28 | $161 | $1,927 |
| Typical (5 hrs/day) | $10.56 | $321 | $3,854 |
| Heavy (10 hrs/day) | $21.12 | $642 | $7,709 |
Virginia 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 Virginia?
At Virginia's current average residential rate of 17.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric furnace with typical usage costs about $10.56 per day, $321 per month, or $3,854 per year.
Is running a electric furnace in Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Virginia's rate is about 4% below the U.S. average: $321 per month here versus $336 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Virginia right now?
Virginia residents pay an average of 17.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 31st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.