Cost to Run a Air Fryer in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a air fryer here costs $3.74 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 800–1,800 W
Per day
$0.12
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$3.74
23 kWh
Per year
$44.89
274 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 6.1¢ | $1.87 | $22.45 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.74 | $44.89 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.48 | $89.79 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a air fryer in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a air fryer with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.74 per month, or $44.89 per year.
Is running a air fryer in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $3.74 per month here versus $4.20 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.