Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $67.44 per month.
Per hour
$0.77
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.22
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$67.44
397 kWh
Per year
$810
4,763 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.11 | $33.72 | $405 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.22 | $67.44 | $810 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $4.44 | $135 | $1,620 |
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 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.22 per day, $67.44 per month, or $810 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $67.44 per month here versus $74.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.