Cost to Run a Air Fryer in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a air fryer here costs $3.88 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 800–1,800 W
Per day
$0.13
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$3.88
23 kWh
Per year
$46.54
274 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 6.4¢ | $1.94 | $23.27 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.88 | $46.54 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.75 | $93.08 |
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 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a air fryer with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $3.88 per month, or $46.54 per year.
Is running a air fryer in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $3.88 per month here versus $4.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.