Cost to Run a Space Heater 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 space heater here costs $71.14 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 750–1,500 W
Per day
$2.34
8 hours/day
Per month
$71.14
365 kWh
Per year
$854
4,380 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4 hrs/day) | $1.17 | $35.57 | $427 |
| Typical (8 hrs/day) | $2.34 | $71.14 | $854 |
| Heavy (16 hrs/day) | $4.68 | $142 | $1,708 |
Ohio 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 Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a space heater with typical usage costs about $2.34 per day, $71.14 per month, or $854 per year.
Is running a space heater in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $71.14 per month here versus $68.58 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.