Cost to Run a Coffee Maker in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each), a coffee maker here costs $0.63 per month.
Per use
2.1¢
0.12 kWh per use
Per day
2.1¢
7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each
Per month
$0.63
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.62
44 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.0¢ | $0.32 | $3.81 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.63 | $7.62 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.24 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a coffee maker in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a coffee maker with typical usage costs about 2.1¢ per day, $0.63 per month, or $7.62 per year.
Is running a coffee maker in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $0.63 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.