Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th 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 $0.92 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
$0.92
4.8 kWh
Per year
$11.01
57 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.46 | $5.51 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.92 | $11.01 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.83 | $22.03 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 3.0¢ per day, $0.92 per month, or $11.01 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.92 per month here versus $0.87 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.