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Updated October 20, 2026Heating Cost CalculatorCalculate my cost
By SK KutubuddinUpdated October 20, 2026

Space Heater Cost Per Hour

See running costs for every common wattage at US electricity rates.

Heating cost formula: kilowatts times hours used times your electricity rate equals cost
Every electric heater’s running cost is kW × hours × your rate per kWh. Nothing else changes the number.

Space Heater Cost Per Hour by Wattage (US Average 18.44¢/kWh)

WattageCost Per HourCost Per Day (8 hrs)Cost Per Month
750W$0.14$1.11$33.19
1000W$0.18$1.48$44.26
1500W$0.28$2.21$66.38
2000W$0.37$2.95$88.51
3000W$0.55$4.43$132.77

Based on the US average of 18.44¢/kWh (EIA Electric Power Monthly, May 2026), 30 days, at rated wattage throughout. Adjust to your own rate using the calculator below.

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US average is 18.44¢/kWh (EIA, May 2026).

Frequently Asked Questions

Want to compare across all wattages at once? Our space heater cost calculator lets you enter any wattage and usage for an instant result. For whole-home context, see our how much electric heat costs breakdown.

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