Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $29.18 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.96
8 hours/day
Per month
$29.18
195 kWh
Per year
$350
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.59 | $175 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.96 | $29.18 | $350 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.92 | $58.37 | $701 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.96 per day, $29.18 per month, or $350 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $29.18 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.