Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $63.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$2.07
8 hours/day
Per month
$63.04
195 kWh
Per year
$757
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.52 | $378 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.07 | $63.04 | $757 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.15 | $126 | $1,514 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $2.07 per day, $63.04 per month, or $757 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $63.04 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.