Cost to Run a Electric Oven in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 23.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest in the country, 30% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric oven here costs $17.44 per month.
Per hour
$0.57
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$0.57
1 hour/day
Per month
$17.44
73 kWh
Per year
$209
876 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.72 | $105 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.44 | $209 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $1.15 | $34.87 | $419 |
Illinois vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric oven in Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 23.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric oven with typical usage costs about $0.57 per day, $17.44 per month, or $209 per year.
Is running a electric oven in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 30% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $17.44 per month here versus $13.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 23.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 40th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.