Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $63.08 per month.
Per hour
$0.72
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.07
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$63.08
397 kWh
Per year
$757
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.54 | $379 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.07 | $63.08 | $757 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $4.15 | $126 | $1,515 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.07 per day, $63.08 per month, or $757 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $63.08 per month here versus $72.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.