Cost to Run a Electric Oven in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric oven here costs $23.64 per month.
Per hour
$0.78
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$0.78
1 hour/day
Per month
$23.64
73 kWh
Per year
$284
876 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.82 | $142 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.78 | $23.64 | $284 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $1.56 | $47.28 | $568 |
Maine 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 Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric oven with typical usage costs about $0.78 per day, $23.64 per month, or $284 per year.
Is running a electric oven in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $23.64 per month here versus $13.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.