Cost to Run a Coffee Maker in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each), a coffee maker here costs $1.03 per month.
Per use
3.4¢
0.12 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
7 uses/week at 0.12 kWh each
Per month
$1.03
3.6 kWh
Per year
$12.40
44 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (4×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.20 |
| Typical (7×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.40 |
| Heavy (14×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.79 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a coffee maker with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.03 per month, or $12.40 per year.
Is running a coffee maker in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.03 per month here versus $0.69 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.