Cost to Run a Coffee Maker in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each), a coffee maker here costs $0.58 per month.
Per use
1.9¢
0.12 kWh per use
Per day
1.9¢
7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each
Per month
$0.58
3.6 kWh
Per year
$7.01
44 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.0¢ | $0.29 | $3.50 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 1.9¢ | $0.58 | $7.01 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 3.8¢ | $1.17 | $14.02 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a coffee maker with typical usage costs about 1.9¢ per day, $0.58 per month, or $7.01 per year.
Is running a coffee maker in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $0.58 per month here versus $0.67 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.