Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 52¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 183% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $2.48 per month.
Per use
5.7¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
8.2¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$2.48
4.8 kWh
Per year
$29.83
57 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 4.1¢ | $1.24 | $14.91 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 8.2¢ | $2.48 | $29.83 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.16 | $4.97 | $59.65 |
Hawaii 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 Hawaii?
At Hawaii's current average residential rate of 52¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.48 per month, or $29.83 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 183% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.48 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 52¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.