Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.72 per month.
Per use
1.7¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.4¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.72
4.8 kWh
Per year
$8.66
57 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.2¢ | $0.36 | $4.33 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.72 | $8.66 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 4.7¢ | $1.44 | $17.32 |
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 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.4¢ per day, $0.72 per month, or $8.66 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $0.72 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.