Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.03 per month.
Per use
2.4¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
3.4¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.03
4.8 kWh
Per year
$12.39
57 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.19 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.39 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.78 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.03 per month, or $12.39 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.03 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.