Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 31% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.61 per month.
Per use
1.4¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.0¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.61
4.8 kWh
Per year
$7.28
57 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.0¢ | $0.30 | $3.64 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.28 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.57 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.0¢ per day, $0.61 per month, or $7.28 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 31% below the U.S. average: $0.61 per month here versus $0.87 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.