Cost to Run a Space Heater in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a space heater here costs $56.54 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$1.86
8 hours/day
Per month
$56.54
365 kWh
Per year
$679
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $0.93 | $28.27 | $339 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $1.86 | $56.54 | $679 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $3.72 | $113 | $1,358 |
Arizona vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a space heater in Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a space heater with typical usage costs about $1.86 per day, $56.54 per month, or $679 per year.
Is running a space heater in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $56.54 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.