How much does it cost to run an electric pizza oven?
An electric pizza oven costs about 22¢ per hour, 2.4¢ a day, $0.72 a month and $9 a year at typical use (45 minutes a day, 1 days a week) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. High-heat countertop pizza ovens draw up to about 1,800 W and need 15-20 minutes to preheat to 750-850°F, then cook pizzas in 2-3 minutes.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotating pizza cooker (Pizzazz) | 1,200 | 15¢ | 1.6¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| High-heat oven (Ooni Volt, Pizzaiolo) | 1,750 | 22¢ | 2.4¢ | $0.72 | $9 |
At 45 minutes a day, 1 days a week and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.18 | 3.1¢ | $0.96 | $11 |
| 2 hours | 0.35 | 6.3¢ | $1.92 | $23 |
| 4 hours | 0.70 | 13¢ | $3.83 | $46 |
| 8 hours | 1.40 | 25¢ | $7.67 | $92 |
| 12 hours | 2.10 | 38¢ | $11.50 | $138 |
| 24 hours | 4.20 | 76¢ | $23.00 | $276 |
Cost to run an electric pizza oven in every state
The same electric pizza oven costs $6 a year in North Dakota and $21 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per hour | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | 15¢ | $0.49 | $6 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 15¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 16¢ | $0.51 | $6 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 16¢ | $0.52 | $6 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 16¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 16¢ | $0.53 | $6 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 16¢ | $0.54 | $6 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 17¢ | $0.54 | $7 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 17¢ | $0.55 | $7 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 17¢ | $0.55 | $7 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 17¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 17¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 17¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 17¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 17¢ | $0.56 | $7 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 17¢ | $0.57 | $7 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 18¢ | $0.59 | $7 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 18¢ | $0.59 | $7 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 18¢ | $0.60 | $7 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 19¢ | $0.60 | $7 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 19¢ | $0.61 | $7 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 19¢ | $0.61 | $7 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 19¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 19¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 19¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 19¢ | $0.62 | $7 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 20¢ | $0.64 | $8 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 20¢ | $0.65 | $8 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 20¢ | $0.66 | $8 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 20¢ | $0.66 | $8 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 20¢ | $0.66 | $8 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 21¢ | $0.68 | $8 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 22¢ | $0.71 | $9 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 22¢ | $0.73 | $9 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 23¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 23¢ | $0.75 | $9 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 25¢ | $0.83 | $10 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 26¢ | $0.84 | $10 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 26¢ | $0.84 | $10 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 29¢ | $0.95 | $11 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 29¢ | $0.95 | $11 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 30¢ | $0.97 | $12 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 33¢ | $1.07 | $13 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 33¢ | $1.07 | $13 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 34¢ | $1.12 | $13 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 35¢ | $1.13 | $14 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 36¢ | $1.17 | $14 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 36¢ | $1.17 | $14 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 37¢ | $1.22 | $15 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 40¢ | $1.32 | $16 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 53¢ | $1.74 | $21 |
How to cut the cost
- Cook all pizzas back-to-back after one preheat.
- Use the lower 'pan' or 'New York' settings when you don't need Neapolitan temperatures.
- Turn it off as soon as the last pizza goes in; the stone carries the final bake.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
If you bake pizza rarely, a steel in your existing oven avoids buying another appliance.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric pizza oven | 1,750 | 45 minutes a day, 1 days a week | $0.72 | $9 |
| Electric oven | 3,000 | 3 hour of bakings a week | $3.75 | $45 |
| Toaster oven | 1,300 | 18 minutes a day | $1.62 | $19 |
| Air fryer | 1,500 | 24 minutes a day | $1.97 | $24 |
| Dishwasher | 1,800 | 4 cycles a week | $3.82 | $46 |
| Induction cooktop | 1,800 | 1 hour a day | $4.93 | $59 |
| Deep fryer | 1,700 | 30 minutes a day, 1 days a week | $0.40 | $5 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run an electric pizza oven per hour?
An electric pizza oven drawing 1,750 watts uses 1.23 kWh per hour while running (70% duty cycle). At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 22¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 15¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 53¢.
How much does it cost to run an electric pizza oven per month?
At typical use (45 minutes a day, 1 days a week), an electric pizza oven costs about $0.72 a month and $9 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does an electric pizza oven use?
Most electric pizza ovens use 1,200 to 1,800 watts, depending on the setting (rotating pizza cooker (pizzazz) 1,200 W, high-heat oven (ooni volt, pizzaiolo) 1,750 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does an electric pizza oven use?
About 0.13 kWh a day and 48 kWh a year at typical use (45 minutes a day, 1 days a week).
Does an electric pizza oven use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 48 kWh a year it's a small share (0.5%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run an electric pizza oven or an electric oven?
At typical use, an electric pizza oven costs about $9 a year versus $45 for an electric oven. So the electric pizza oven is cheaper by about $36 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running an electric pizza oven?
- Cook all pizzas back-to-back after one preheat.
- Use the lower 'pan' or 'New York' settings when you don't need Neapolitan temperatures.
- Turn it off as soon as the last pizza goes in; the stone carries the final bake.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.