Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.54 per month.
Per use
3.5¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
5.1¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.54
4.8 kWh
Per year
$18.47
57 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.23 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.54 | $18.47 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.10 | $3.08 | $36.94 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.54 per month, or $18.47 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.54 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.