Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.65 per month.
Per use
1.5¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.2¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.65
4.8 kWh
Per year
$7.86
57 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.1¢ | $0.33 | $3.93 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.2¢ | $0.65 | $7.86 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.72 |
Missouri 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 Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 13.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.2¢ per day, $0.65 per month, or $7.86 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $0.65 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.