Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $28.99 per month.
Per hour
$0.12
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.95
8 hours/day
Per month
$28.99
195 kWh
Per year
$348
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.49 | $174 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.95 | $28.99 | $348 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.91 | $57.98 | $696 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.95 per day, $28.99 per month, or $348 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $28.99 per month here versus $36.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.