Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.69 per month.
Per use
1.6¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.3¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.69
4.8 kWh
Per year
$8.32
57 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.1¢ | $0.35 | $4.16 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.32 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.39 | $16.63 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.3¢ per day, $0.69 per month, or $8.32 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $0.69 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.