Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Hawaii
Hawaii's average residential electricity rate is 46.6¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest in the country, 148% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $2.23 per month.
Per use
5.1¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
7.3¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$2.23
4.8 kWh
Per year
$26.73
57 kWh
By usage level in Hawaii
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 3.7¢ | $1.11 | $13.36 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 7.3¢ | $2.23 | $26.73 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.15 | $4.45 | $53.46 |
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 46.6¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 7.3¢ per day, $2.23 per month, or $26.73 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Hawaii more expensive than average?
Yes. Hawaii's electricity costs about 148% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.23 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Hawaii right now?
Hawaii residents pay an average of 46.6¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 51st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.