Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 19.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.93 per month.
Per use
2.1¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
3.0¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.93
4.8 kWh
Per year
$11.13
57 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.46 | $5.56 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.93 | $11.13 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.25 |
Delaware 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 Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 19.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.93 per month, or $11.13 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Delaware more expensive than average?
Yes. Delaware's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.93 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 19.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.