Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $37.94 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$1.25
8 hours/day
Per month
$37.94
195 kWh
Per year
$456
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.62 | $18.97 | $228 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.25 | $37.94 | $456 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $2.50 | $75.88 | $911 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $1.25 per day, $37.94 per month, or $456 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $37.94 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.