Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.81 per month.
Per use
1.9¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.7¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.81
4.8 kWh
Per year
$9.75
57 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.41 | $4.88 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.81 | $9.75 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 5.3¢ | $1.62 | $19.50 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.7¢ per day, $0.81 per month, or $9.75 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $0.81 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.