Cost to Run a Space Heater in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (8 hours/day), a space heater here costs $65.30 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$2.15
8 hours/day
Per month
$65.30
365 kWh
Per year
$784
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.07 | $32.65 | $392 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.15 | $65.30 | $784 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.30 | $131 | $1,568 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a space heater with typical usage costs about $2.15 per day, $65.30 per month, or $784 per year.
Is running a space heater in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $65.30 per month here versus $68.58 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.