How Much Does An Electric Patio Heater Cost to Run in Washington?
An electric patio heater typically uses 2,000 watts. At 3 hours a day and $0.115/kWh in Washington, it costs about $0.69 per day, $20.70 per month and $251.85 per year.
Calculate your own cost
- Per hour
- $0.232 kWh
- Per day
- $0.696 kWh
- Per week
- $4.8342 kWh
- Per month (30 days)
- $20.70180 kWh
- Per year
- $251.852,190 kWh
Formula: watts ÷ 1,000 × hours × rate. Edit any box and every number updates instantly.
People also ask
How much does a 2,000-watt electric patio heater cost per hour?
At $0.115/kWh, it costs $0.23 per hour. The maths: 2,000 W ÷ 1,000 = 2 kWh per hour, × $0.115 = $0.23.
How much does it cost per month?
Used 3 hours a day for 30 days, it costs about $20.70 per month and uses 180 kWh. Change the hours in the calculator above to match how you use it.
How many kWh does it use?
6 kWh per day, 180 kWh per month and 2,190 kWh per year at 3 hours a day. A kWh is one kilowatt (1,000 W) used for one hour. It is the unit on your electricity bill.
How can I lower the cost?
Heat a sheltered occupied area and switch the heater off when leaving. Check your bill for the exact rate and enter it above.
Does my electricity rate change the answer?
Yes, a lot. At 10¢ per kWh the monthly cost is $18.00 and at 30¢ it is $54.00. Find your rate on your bill (total cost ÷ kWh used) and type it into the calculator.
Cost by hours of use in Washington
| Used per day | Energy per day | Cost per day | Cost per month | Cost per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 2 kWh | $0.23 | $6.90 | $83.95 |
| 2 hours | 4 kWh | $0.46 | $13.80 | $167.90 |
| 3 hours | 6 kWh | $0.69 | $20.70 | $251.85 |
| 4 hours | 8 kWh | $0.92 | $27.60 | $335.80 |
| 5 hours | 10 kWh | $1.15 | $34.50 | $419.75 |
| 6 hours | 12 kWh | $1.38 | $41.40 | $503.70 |
| 7 hours | 14 kWh | $1.61 | $48.30 | $587.65 |
| 8 hours | 16 kWh | $1.84 | $55.20 | $671.60 |
| 9 hours | 18 kWh | $2.07 | $62.10 | $755.55 |
| 10 hours | 20 kWh | $2.30 | $69.00 | $839.50 |
| 11 hours | 22 kWh | $2.53 | $75.90 | $923.45 |
| 12 hours | 24 kWh | $2.76 | $82.80 | $1,007.40 |
| 13 hours | 26 kWh | $2.99 | $89.70 | $1,091.35 |
| 14 hours | 28 kWh | $3.22 | $96.60 | $1,175.30 |
| 15 hours | 30 kWh | $3.45 | $103.50 | $1,259.25 |
| 16 hours | 32 kWh | $3.68 | $110.40 | $1,343.20 |
| 17 hours | 34 kWh | $3.91 | $117.30 | $1,427.15 |
| 18 hours | 36 kWh | $4.14 | $124.20 | $1,511.10 |
| 19 hours | 38 kWh | $4.37 | $131.10 | $1,595.05 |
| 20 hours | 40 kWh | $4.60 | $138.00 | $1,679.00 |
| 21 hours | 42 kWh | $4.83 | $144.90 | $1,762.95 |
| 22 hours | 44 kWh | $5.06 | $151.80 | $1,846.90 |
| 23 hours | 46 kWh | $5.29 | $158.70 | $1,930.85 |
| 24 hours | 48 kWh | $5.52 | $165.60 | $2,014.80 |
How we worked it out
- Energy per hour: 2,000 W ÷ 1,000 = 2 kWh
- Cost per hour: 2 kWh × $0.115 = $0.23
- Cost per day: × 3 hours = $0.69
- Month and year: × 30 days = $20.70, × 365 days = $251.85
Washington electricity prices
Washington pays about $0.115 per kWh, which is 34% lower than the US average of $0.175. The same electric patio heater would cost $31.50 a month at the national average.
What it costs in different places
Same 2,000-watt electric patio heater, 3 hours a day. Only the local electricity rate changes.
| Place | Rate per kWh | Cost per month |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $0.175 | $31.50 |
| California | $0.32 | $57.60 |
| Texas | $0.155 | $27.90 |
| New York | $0.25 | $45.00 |
| Florida | $0.155 | $27.90 |
| Illinois | $0.17 | $30.60 |
| Pennsylvania | $0.18 | $32.40 |
| Ohio | $0.17 | $30.60 |
| Washington | $0.115 | $20.70 |
About electric patio heater running costs
Electric patio heaters can draw high power because they heat an outdoor area. Wind and open space make perceived warmth less efficient.
Typical sizes: 1,500 W, 2,000 W, 2,500 W, 3,000 W.
How to spend less: Heat a sheltered occupied area and switch the heater off when leaving.
What this estimate assumes
- The appliance draws its full stated wattage the whole time it is on. Real units with a thermostat cycle off and cost less.
- Wattage is the typical label value, not a measured value. Check the label on your own appliance.
- The rate is an approximate residential average in Washington. Your bill may include fixed fees, tiers or time-of-use pricing. Edit the rate above.
- A month is 30 days and a year is 365 days.