Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $1.21 per month.
Per use
2.8¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
4.0¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$1.21
4.8 kWh
Per year
$14.57
57 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.28 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.57 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 8.0¢ | $2.43 | $29.14 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.21 per month, or $14.57 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.21 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.