Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 49% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.31 per month.
Per use
3.0¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.31
4.8 kWh
Per year
$15.72
57 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.65 | $7.86 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.72 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 8.6¢ | $2.62 | $31.43 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.31 per month, or $15.72 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 49% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.31 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.