Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $26.85 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.88
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.85
195 kWh
Per year
$322
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.42 | $161 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.88 | $26.85 | $322 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.77 | $53.70 | $645 |
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 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.88 per day, $26.85 per month, or $322 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $26.85 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.