Cost to Run a Electric Water Heater in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (2.9 hours/day), a electric water heater here costs $62.68 per month.
Per hour
$0.71
at 3,500–5,500 W
Per day
$2.06
2.9 hours/day
Per month
$62.68
397 kWh
Per year
$753
4,763 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (1.45 hrs/day) | $1.03 | $31.34 | $376 |
| Typical (2.9 hrs/day) | $2.06 | $62.68 | $753 |
| Heavy (5.8 hrs/day) | $4.12 | $125 | $1,505 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric water heater with typical usage costs about $2.06 per day, $62.68 per month, or $753 per year.
Is running a electric water heater in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $62.68 per month here versus $72.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.