Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 28.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $113 per month.
Per hour
$1.28
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$3.71
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$113
397 kWh
Per year
$1,353
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.85 | $56.33 | $676 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $3.71 | $113 | $1,353 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $7.41 | $225 | $2,706 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 28.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $3.71 per day, $113 per month, or $1,353 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $113 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 28.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.