How Much Electricity Does an Electric Fireplace Use?
Based on the average electricity cost in America, a standard 1,500-watt electric fireplace will cost $0.27 per hour. The precise amount will depend on how much you run it, your actual rate per kilowatt hour, and the wattage of your electric fireplace.
Keep reading to understand how much an electric fireplace will add to your electricity bill each month.
Electric fireplaces are a popular, energy-efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces. But how much electricity will one add to your electric bill? We get that question a lot at DutchCrafters. If you know an Amish fireplace is for you, but you are worried about how much it will cost to let it run in your home, we’ve got you covered. Let’s break it down.
We have everything you need to know about the cost of running an electric fireplace. Later in the post, we even have an interactive electric fireplace cost calculator.
Table of Contents
- Understanding Kilowatt Hours (kWh)
- Understanding Electric Fireplace Wattage
- What Does It Cost to Run an Electric Fireplace?
- Calculate Your Electric Fireplace Costs Here
- How Much Will an Amish Electric Fireplace Add to My Electric Bill?
- Why Choose an Amish Electric Fireplace from DutchCrafters
- Conclusion
Understanding Kilowatt Hours (kWh)
You’ll need to understand the meaning of kilowatt-hours to calculate how much your electric fireplace will add to your electric bill.
Breaking Down Kilowatt Hours (kWh):
- 1 kilowatt-hour = 1,000 watts used for one hour.
- A 500-watt device running for two hours = 1 kWh because 500 watts × 2 hours = 1,000 watts in an hour (aka 1 kWh).
- A 2,000-watt electric fireplace running for one hour equals 2 kWh.
Understanding Electric Fireplace Wattage
Most Amish electric fireplaces at DutchCrafters operate at 1,500 watts, a common wattage for electric fireplaces. The average cost per kilowatt-hour in the United States is $0.18. A kilowatt-hour is on a per-1,000-watt basis for every hour (explained in the previous section).
So, a 1,500-watt electric fireplace would be your kWh rate multiplied by 1.5 (for the 1,500 watts).
Calculating a 1,500 kWh Electric Fireplace Running for One Hour:
$0.18 x 1.5 = $0.27 per hour.
*The country’s average cost per kWh includes a wide range of electricity costs. Check your actual kWh costs with your power company.
What Does It Cost to Run an Electric Fireplace?
Electricity costs vary by location, but according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average cost of electricity in the U.S. was $0.18 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in August 2024. We will use $0.18 per kWh to demonstrate our examples below:
- A 1,000-watt electric fireplace costs approximately $0.18 per hour to run.
- A 1,500-watt electric fireplace costs approximately $0.27 per hour to run.
- A 2,000-watt electric fireplace costs around $0.36 per hour.
To estimate your monthly cost, multiply the cost per hour by the number of hours you use your fireplace each month.
Calculating Electric Fireplace Costs Per Month
Below are examples of how to calculate your monthly electric fireplace costs based on $0.18 per kWh. We have to account for the following numbers:
- Electric Fireplace Wattage
- Cost per kWh hour
- Hours Per Month
- Running a 1,000-watt electric fireplace for 15 hours per month at $0.18 per kWh costs just $2.70.
Calculate Your Electric Fireplace Costs Here
The calculator below will help you estimate the costs of running an electric fireplace. Once you know your cost per kWh and the wattage of the fireplace you want, you can calculate how much it will cost you to run it for your desired hours.
Electric Fireplace Cost Calculator
Estimated Monthly Cost: $0.00
How Much Will an Amish Electric Fireplace Add to My Electric Bill?
You won’t spend more than a few dollars per month to run an electric fireplace. While there are going to be a few variables, the total cost isn’t anything worth worrying about. In our previous section, we calculated a 1,000-watt fireplace at 15 hours per month, and it came out to just under $3.00 per month.
Why Choose an Amish Electric Fireplace from DutchCrafters?
In addition to being affordable to operate, electric fireplaces are:
- Energy-efficient, converting nearly all electricity into heat.
- Safe, as they don’t emit harmful fumes.
- Convenient, with customizable settings and easy installation.
- Stylish, Amish-crafted masterpieces sitting in the corner looking impressive at family get-togethers.
Conclusion
Electric fireplaces add to your decor and provide some heat in your space. To calculate your exact costs, check your fireplace’s wattage and your local electricity rate. For more tips, explore our Amish Electric Fireplaces collection to find the perfect model for your space.
Seth Carter has been with DutchCrafters since 2020. Seth has won multiple awards for his work in Amish furniture while with DutchCrafters. He has advised and partnered with more than 150 Amish wood shops on furniture presentation, design, industry trends, product options, and the development of exclusive products. He is originally from Indiana and even lived in Amish country (LaGrange, Indiana) for an extended period of time while working with DutchCrafters. He contributes to the Timber to Table Blog and has written content throughout the DutchCrafters website. Seth has a B.S. in Business Administration from IU-East and has owned Carter Family Insurance, LLC. since 2014.