How much does it cost to run an electric stove burner?
An electric stove burner costs about 16¢ per hour, 16¢ a day, $4.93 a month and $59 a year at typical use (1 hour a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Electric coil and radiant smooth-top burners are rated 1.2-3 kW and cycle at medium settings. A typical household uses burners about an hour a day across meals.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small burner (6 in) | 1,200 | 13¢ | 13¢ | $3.94 | $47 |
| Medium burner | 1,500 | 16¢ | 16¢ | $4.93 | $59 |
| Large burner (8 in) | 2,500 | 27¢ | 27¢ | $8.21 | $99 |
| Power boil element | 3,000 | 32¢ | 32¢ | $9.86 | $118 |
At 1 hour a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.90 | 16¢ | $4.93 | $59 |
| 2 hours | 1.80 | 32¢ | $9.86 | $118 |
| 4 hours | 3.60 | 65¢ | $19.71 | $237 |
| 8 hours | 7.20 | $1.30 | $39.43 | $473 |
| 12 hours | 10.80 | $1.94 | $59.14 | $710 |
| 24 hours | 21.60 | $3.89 | $118 | $1,419 |
Cost to run an electric stove burner in every state
The same electric stove burner costs $40 a year in North Dakota and $143 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¢ | 11¢ | $3.37 | $40 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 11¢ | $3.47 | $42 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 12¢ | $3.52 | $42 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 12¢ | $3.56 | $43 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 12¢ | $3.65 | $44 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 12¢ | $3.66 | $44 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 12¢ | $3.68 | $44 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 12¢ | $3.71 | $45 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 12¢ | $3.75 | $45 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 12¢ | $3.79 | $45 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 13¢ | $3.81 | $46 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 13¢ | $3.82 | $46 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 13¢ | $3.84 | $46 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 13¢ | $3.87 | $46 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 13¢ | $3.87 | $46 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 13¢ | $3.89 | $47 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 13¢ | $4.05 | $49 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 13¢ | $4.05 | $49 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 14¢ | $4.13 | $50 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 14¢ | $4.14 | $50 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 14¢ | $4.20 | $50 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 14¢ | $4.22 | $51 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 14¢ | $4.22 | $51 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 14¢ | $4.24 | $51 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 14¢ | $4.25 | $51 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 14¢ | $4.28 | $51 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 14¢ | $4.37 | $52 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 15¢ | $4.44 | $53 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 15¢ | $4.50 | $54 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 15¢ | $4.51 | $54 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 15¢ | $4.54 | $55 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 15¢ | $4.64 | $56 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 16¢ | $4.87 | $58 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 16¢ | $5.00 | $60 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 17¢ | $5.13 | $62 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 17¢ | $5.15 | $62 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 19¢ | $5.67 | $68 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 19¢ | $5.76 | $69 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 19¢ | $5.77 | $69 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 21¢ | $6.51 | $78 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 21¢ | $6.52 | $78 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 22¢ | $6.63 | $80 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 24¢ | $7.31 | $88 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 24¢ | $7.36 | $88 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 25¢ | $7.67 | $92 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 26¢ | $7.78 | $93 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 26¢ | $8.02 | $96 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 26¢ | $8.03 | $96 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 27¢ | $8.34 | $100 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 30¢ | $9.04 | $108 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 39¢ | $11.92 | $143 |
How to cut the cost
- Match the pan to the burner size; a 6-inch pan on an 8-inch element wastes about 40% of the heat.
- Put lids on pots; boiling uncovered can use up to 3x the energy.
- Turn the burner off a few minutes early; coil and radiant elements keep cooking on stored heat.
- Use flat-bottomed pans that make full contact with the element.
- Boil water in an electric kettle, then pour it into the pot.
Cheaper ways to get the job done
Induction transfers about 85% of its energy into the pan versus about 70% for radiant and coil burners.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric stove burner | 1,500 | 1 hour a day | $4.93 | $59 |
| Induction cooktop | 1,800 | 1 hour a day | $4.93 | $59 |
| Electric oven | 3,000 | 3 hour of bakings a week | $3.75 | $45 |
| Electric kettle | 1,500 | 6 minutes a day | $0.82 | $10 |
| Hot plate | 1,000 | 45 minutes a day | $2.46 | $30 |
| Air fryer | 1,500 | 24 minutes a day | $1.97 | $24 |
| Electric griddle | 1,500 | 30 minutes a day, 1 days a week | $0.35 | $4 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run an electric stove burner per hour?
An electric stove burner drawing 1,500 watts uses 0.90 kWh per hour while running (60% duty cycle). At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 16¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 11¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 39¢.
How much does it cost to run an electric stove burner per month?
At typical use (1 hour a day), an electric stove burner costs about $4.93 a month and $59 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 stove burner use?
Most electric stove burners use 1,000 to 3,000 watts, depending on the setting (small burner (6 in) 1,200 W, medium burner 1,500 W, large burner (8 in) 2,500 W, power boil element 3,000 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does an electric stove burner use?
About 0.90 kWh a day and 329 kWh a year at typical use (1 hour a day).
Does an electric stove burner use a lot of electricity?
It's a moderate load: 329 kWh a year is about 3% of the average U.S. home's yearly use.
Is it cheaper to run an electric stove burner or an induction cooktop?
At typical use, an electric stove burner costs about $59 a year versus $59 for an induction cooktop. So the induction cooktop is cheaper by about $0 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running an electric stove burner?
- Match the pan to the burner size; a 6-inch pan on an 8-inch element wastes about 40% of the heat.
- Put lids on pots; boiling uncovered can use up to 3x the energy.
- Turn the burner off a few minutes early; coil and radiant elements keep cooking on stored heat.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.