Cost to Run a Electric Wall Heater in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (6 hours/day), a electric wall heater here costs $29.91 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 500–2,000 W
Per day
$0.98
6 hours/day
Per month
$29.91
182 kWh
Per year
$359
2,190 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (3 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.96 | $180 |
| Typical (6 hrs/day) | $0.98 | $29.91 | $359 |
| Heavy (12 hrs/day) | $1.97 | $59.83 | $718 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric wall heater with typical usage costs about $0.98 per day, $29.91 per month, or $359 per year.
Is running a electric wall heater in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $29.91 per month here versus $33.56 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.