Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $59.34 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.95
8 hours/day
Per month
$59.34
195 kWh
Per year
$712
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.67 | $356 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.95 | $59.34 | $712 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.90 | $119 | $1,425 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.95 per day, $59.34 per month, or $712 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $59.34 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.