Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 35.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 88% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.69 per month.
Per use
3.9¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
5.5¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.69
4.8 kWh
Per year
$20.25
57 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.8¢ | $0.84 | $10.12 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 5.5¢ | $1.69 | $20.25 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.11 | $3.37 | $40.49 |
California vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric kettle in California?
At California's current average residential rate of 35.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 5.5¢ per day, $1.69 per month, or $20.25 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 88% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.69 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 35.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.