Heating Cost Calculator
Find out exactly what your heater costs per hour, day, and month — free, instant, no signup.
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Calculate Your Heating Cost
US average is $0.13/kWh. Check your utility bill for your exact rate.
How This Calculator Works
1
Enter Your Heater Details
Select your heater type — electric, heat pump, propane, gas furnace, or infrared. Then enter your wattage or BTU output and how many hours per day you run it.
2
Add Your Energy Rate
Enter your electricity rate from your utility bill, or use the US average of $0.13/kWh. For propane or gas, enter your current fuel price per gallon or therm.
3
Get Instant Cost Estimates
See your hourly, daily, and monthly heating costs instantly — no signup, no email, no waiting. Results update the moment you click Calculate.
Average Monthly Heating Costs by Type (US, 2026)
| Heater Type | Avg Monthly Cost | Best For | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Space Heater | $40–$90 | Small rooms | 100% |
| Heat Pump | $50–$120 | Whole home | 300% (COP 3.0) |
| Propane Heater | $70–$160 | Off-grid, garages | 85% |
| Gas Furnace | $60–$130 | Whole home | 80% |
| Infrared Heater | $30–$75 | Spot heating | 100% |
Estimates based on 8 hrs/day, US average energy rates. Your actual cost will vary.
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Real Heating Cost Examples
1,500-Watt Space Heater, 8 hrs/day
~$0.16/hr
$1.25/day
$37.44/month
Heat Pump (12,000 BTU, COP 3.0), 10 hrs/day
~$0.15/hr
$1.46/day
$43.80/month
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Popular States
Jump straight to your state's heating cost calculator with local rates pre-filled.
California
$0.25/kWh · 52°F avg winter
Texas
$0.12/kWh · 45°F avg winter
Florida
$0.13/kWh · 62°F avg winter
New York
$0.21/kWh · 32°F avg winter
Illinois
$0.13/kWh · 28°F avg winter
Pennsylvania
$0.15/kWh · 30°F avg winter
Ohio
$0.13/kWh · 28°F avg winter
Georgia
$0.12/kWh · 48°F avg winter
Michigan
$0.17/kWh · 25°F avg winter
Washington
$0.10/kWh · 40°F avg winter