Cost to Run a Electric Kettle in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each), a electric kettle here costs $0.94 per month.
Per use
2.2¢
0.11 kWh per use
Per day
3.1¢
10 uses/week at 0.11 kWh each
Per month
$0.94
4.8 kWh
Per year
$11.30
57 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (5×/week) | 1.5¢ | $0.47 | $5.65 |
| Typical (10×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.94 | $11.30 |
| Heavy (20×/week) | 6.2¢ | $1.88 | $22.60 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric kettle with typical usage costs about 3.1¢ per day, $0.94 per month, or $11.30 per year.
Is running a electric kettle in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $0.94 per month here versus $0.88 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.