Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.69 per month.
Per use
1.6¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.3¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.69
4.8 kWh
Per year
$8.26
57 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.1¢ | $0.34 | $4.13 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.26 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 4.5¢ | $1.38 | $16.52 |
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 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.3¢ per day, $0.69 per month, or $8.26 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $0.69 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 11th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.