Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $71.01 per month.
Per hour
$0.81
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.34
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$71.01
397 kWh
Per year
$853
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.51 | $426 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.34 | $71.01 | $853 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $4.67 | $142 | $1,705 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.34 per day, $71.01 per month, or $853 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $71.01 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.