Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.41 per month.
Per use
3.2¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
4.6¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.41
4.8 kWh
Per year
$16.92
57 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.46 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.41 | $16.92 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 9.3¢ | $2.82 | $33.84 |
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.41 per month, or $16.92 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.41 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.