Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.55 per month.
Per use
3.6¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
5.1¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.55
4.8 kWh
Per year
$18.58
57 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.29 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.55 | $18.58 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | $0.10 | $3.10 | $37.17 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 5.1¢ per day, $1.55 per month, or $18.58 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.55 per month here versus $0.87 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.