Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 23.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 25% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $45.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.50
8 hours/day
Per month
$45.72
195 kWh
Per year
$549
2,336 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.75 | $22.86 | $274 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.50 | $45.72 | $549 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.01 | $91.44 | $1,098 |
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 23.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.50 per day, $45.72 per month, or $549 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 25% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $45.72 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 23.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.