Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Florida
Florida's average residential electricity rate is 15.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $61.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.69
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.01
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$61.09
397 kWh
Per year
$734
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Florida
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.00 | $30.55 | $367 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.01 | $61.09 | $734 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $4.02 | $122 | $1,467 |
Florida 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 Florida?
At Florida's current average residential rate of 15.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.01 per day, $61.09 per month, or $734 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Florida more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Florida's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $61.09 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Florida right now?
Florida residents pay an average of 15.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.