Cost to Run a Electric Wall Heater in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a electric wall heater here costs $55.63 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 500–2,000 W
Per day
$1.83
6 hours/day
Per month
$55.63
182 kWh
Per year
$668
2,190 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | $0.92 | $27.82 | $334 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $1.83 | $55.63 | $668 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $3.66 | $111 | $1,336 |
Massachusetts vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric wall heater in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric wall heater with typical usage costs about $1.83 per day, $55.63 per month, or $668 per year.
Is running a electric wall heater in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $55.63 per month here versus $33.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.