Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $49.03 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.61
8 hours/day
Per month
$49.03
195 kWh
Per year
$589
2,336 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.81 | $24.51 | $294 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.61 | $49.03 | $589 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.23 | $98.06 | $1,177 |
New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.61 per day, $49.03 per month, or $589 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $49.03 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.