How much does it cost to run a bread maker?
A bread maker costs about 1.0¢ a day, $0.31 a month and $4 a year at typical use (1 loaf a week) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Bread makers draw 450-850 W when baking but only 20-100 W while kneading and rising; a full 3-hour cycle uses about 0.3-0.5 kWh, less than preheating and baking in a full oven.
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Cost to run a bread maker in every state
The same bread maker costs $3 a year in North Dakota and $9 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | $0.21 | $3 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | $0.22 | $3 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | $0.22 | $3 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | $0.23 | $3 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | $0.23 | $3 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | $0.23 | $3 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | $0.23 | $3 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | $0.24 | $3 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | $0.25 | $3 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | $0.25 | $3 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | $0.25 | $3 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | $0.26 | $3 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | $0.26 | $3 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | $0.26 | $3 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | $0.26 | $3 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | $0.27 | $3 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | $0.28 | $3 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | $0.28 | $3 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | $0.29 | $3 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | $0.29 | $3 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | $0.29 | $3 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | $0.29 | $4 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | $0.31 | $4 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | $0.32 | $4 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | $0.33 | $4 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | $0.33 | $4 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | $0.36 | $4 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | $0.37 | $4 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | $0.37 | $4 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | $0.41 | $5 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | $0.41 | $5 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | $0.42 | $5 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | $0.46 | $6 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | $0.47 | $6 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| California | 32.99¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | $0.76 | $9 |
How to cut the cost
- Use the bread maker instead of the full oven for single loaves; it uses about a third of the energy.
- Skip the keep-warm phase by removing the loaf when the cycle ends.
- Use the rapid cycle for basic white bread when quality is acceptable.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bread maker | 600 | 1 loaf a week | $0.31 | $4 |
| Electric oven | 3,000 | 3 hour of bakings a week | $3.75 | $45 |
| Stand mixer | 325 | 15 minutes a day, 1 days a week | $0.06 | $1 |
| Toaster oven | 1,300 | 18 minutes a day | $1.62 | $19 |
| Rice cooker | 600 | 45 minutes a day, 4 days a week | $0.97 | $12 |
| Food processor | 600 | 6 minutes a day, 2 days a week | $0.09 | $1 |
| Juicer | 600 | 6 minutes a day, 3 days a week | $0.14 | $2 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a bread maker per hour?
A bread maker is usually measured per loaf rather than per hour. Each loaf uses about 0.4 kWh, or 7.2¢ at 17.99¢/kWh.
How much does it cost to run a bread maker per month?
At typical use (1 loaf a week), a bread maker costs about $0.31 a month and $4 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does a bread maker use?
Most bread makers use 450 to 850 watts. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a bread maker use?
About 0.06 kWh a day and 21 kWh a year at typical use (1 loaf a week).
Does a bread maker use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 21 kWh a year it's a small share (0.2%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run a bread maker or an electric oven?
At typical use, a bread maker costs about $4 a year versus $45 for an electric oven. So the bread maker is cheaper by about $41 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a bread maker?
- Use the bread maker instead of the full oven for single loaves; it uses about a third of the energy.
- Skip the keep-warm phase by removing the loaf when the cycle ends.
- Use the rapid cycle for basic white bread when quality is acceptable.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.