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Estimate your total monthly home energy bill.

Details

Find this on a recent utility bill. The US average home uses roughly 900-1,000 kWh/month.

Base connection/service charge many utilities add regardless of usage.

Enter your numbers and select Calculate to see results.

About This Calculator

This calculator estimates your total monthly home energy cost based on your average monthly electricity usage (in kWh, found on a past bill) and your electricity rate — a quick whole-home estimate, as opposed to the Electricity Cost Calculator's single-appliance focus.

How This Is Calculated

Monthly Bill = (kWh Used × Rate) + Fixed Service Fee

900 kWh at $0.16/kWh plus a $10 service fee comes to about $154/month.

Assumptions

  • Uses a flat electricity rate; actual bills may include tiered pricing, delivery charges, or seasonal rate changes.
  • Does not include gas or other utility costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average US household uses roughly 900-1,000 kWh per month, though this varies significantly by home size, climate, and appliance efficiency — homes with electric heating or cooling in extreme climates often use considerably more.

Last updated January 15, 2026. Results are estimates for informational purposes only — read our disclaimer.