Cost to Run a Infrared Heater in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a infrared heater here costs $46.99 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.55
8 hours/day
Per month
$46.99
292 kWh
Per year
$564
3,504 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.77 | $23.49 | $282 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.55 | $46.99 | $564 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.09 | $93.97 | $1,128 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a infrared heater with typical usage costs about $1.55 per day, $46.99 per month, or $564 per year.
Is running a infrared heater in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $46.99 per month here versus $54.87 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.