Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.61 per month.
Per use
3.7¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
5.3¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.61
4.8 kWh
Per year
$19.27
57 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.6¢ | $0.80 | $9.64 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 5.3¢ | $1.61 | $19.27 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.11 | $3.21 | $38.54 |
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 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 5.3¢ per day, $1.61 per month, or $19.27 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.61 per month here versus $0.87 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.