Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest in the country, 29% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $52.76 per month.
Per hour
$0.60
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$1.74
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$52.76
397 kWh
Per year
$634
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $0.87 | $26.38 | $317 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $1.74 | $52.76 | $634 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $3.47 | $106 | $1,267 |
Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $1.74 per day, $52.76 per month, or $634 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 29% below the U.S. average: $52.76 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 3rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.