Cost to Run a Coffee Maker in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.3¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 81% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each), a coffee maker here costs $1.21 per month.
Per use
4.0¢
0.12 kWh per use
Per day
4.0¢
7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each
Per month
$1.21
3.6 kWh
Per year
$14.59
44 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.29 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.59 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.17 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.3¢/kWh (May 2026), a coffee maker with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.21 per month, or $14.59 per year.
Is running a coffee maker in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 81% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.21 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.3¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.