Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.78 per month.
Per use
1.8¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.6¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.78
4.8 kWh
Per year
$9.35
57 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.39 | $4.67 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.6¢ | $0.78 | $9.35 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.56 | $18.70 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.6¢ per day, $0.78 per month, or $9.35 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $0.78 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.