Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $86.09 per month.
Per hour
$0.98
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.83
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$86.09
397 kWh
Per year
$1,034
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.42 | $43.04 | $517 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.83 | $86.09 | $1,034 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $5.66 | $172 | $2,067 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.83 per day, $86.09 per month, or $1,034 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $86.09 per month here versus $72.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.