Cost to Run a Infrared Heater in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's average residential electricity rate is 27.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 48% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a infrared heater here costs $79.67 per month.
Per hour
$0.33
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$2.62
8 hours/day
Per month
$79.67
292 kWh
Per year
$957
3,504 kWh
By usage level in New Hampshire
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.31 | $39.84 | $478 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.62 | $79.67 | $957 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $5.24 | $159 | $1,913 |
New Hampshire vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a infrared heater in New Hampshire?
At New Hampshire's current average residential rate of 27.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a infrared heater with typical usage costs about $2.62 per day, $79.67 per month, or $957 per year.
Is running a infrared heater in New Hampshire more expensive than average?
Yes. New Hampshire's electricity costs about 48% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $79.67 per month here versus $53.70 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Hampshire right now?
New Hampshire residents pay an average of 27.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.