Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $109 per month.
Per hour
$1.23
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$3.58
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$109
397 kWh
Per year
$1,305
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.79 | $54.35 | $653 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $3.58 | $109 | $1,305 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $7.15 | $217 | $2,610 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric water heater in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $3.58 per day, $109 per month, or $1,305 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $109 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.