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Cost to run an electric water heater in New York
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$1.15/hour
Electric Water Heater at 4,000 W in New York (28.65¢/kWh) · $104.52/month at 3 h/day
By hours of use
| Use | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 h/day | $1.15 | $34.84 | $418.29 |
| 2 h/day | $2.29 | $69.68 | $836.58 |
| 3 h/day | $3.44 | $104.52 | $1,254.87 |
| 4 h/day | $4.58 | $139.35 | $1,673.16 |
| 8 h/day | $9.17 | $278.71 | $3,346.32 |
| 12 h/day | $13.75 | $418.06 | $5,019.48 |
| 24 h/day | $27.50 | $836.12 | $10,038.96 |
Tank water heaters use 3,000-5,500 W elements; a family typically runs them 2-4 hours a day. Heat-pump models use about a third.
Same appliance, nearby states
| State | ¢/kWh | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28.65 | $104.52 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98 | $94.78 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64 | $100.83 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $102.80 |
| Alaska | 29.41 | $107.29 |
| California | 29.75 | $108.53 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48 | $111.19 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run an electric water heater in New York?
At 4,000 W and 28.65¢/kWh: $1.15 per hour, $3.44 per day and $104.52 per month at 3 h/day.
How does New York compare with other states?
The same use costs $46.40/month in Nevada (cheapest) and $172.11/month in Hawaii (most expensive); the US average is $66.25.
Price: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026).
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