Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $27.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.89
8 hours/day
Per month
$27.04
195 kWh
Per year
$325
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.52 | $162 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $27.04 | $325 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.78 | $54.09 | $649 |
Iowa vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a ductless mini-split in Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.89 per day, $27.04 per month, or $325 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $27.04 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.