Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.43 per month.
Per use
3.3¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
4.7¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.43
4.8 kWh
Per year
$17.15
57 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.57 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.43 | $17.15 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 9.4¢ | $2.86 | $34.30 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.43 per month, or $17.15 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.43 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.