Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.77 per month.
Per use
1.8¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
2.5¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.77
4.8 kWh
Per year
$9.23
57 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.3¢ | $0.38 | $4.62 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 2.5¢ | $0.77 | $9.23 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 5.1¢ | $1.54 | $18.47 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 2.5¢ per day, $0.77 per month, or $9.23 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $0.77 per month here versus $0.90 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.