Cost to Run a Ductless Mini-Split in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a ductless mini-split here costs $26.65 per month.
Per hour
$0.11
at 400–2,000 W
Per day
$0.88
8 hours/day
Per month
$26.65
195 kWh
Per year
$320
2,336 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.33 | $160 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $0.88 | $26.65 | $320 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $1.75 | $53.31 | $640 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a ductless mini-split with typical usage costs about $0.88 per day, $26.65 per month, or $320 per year.
Is running a ductless mini-split in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $26.65 per month here versus $35.60 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.