Cost to Run a Electric Oven in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric oven here costs $10.73 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$0.35
1 hour/day
Per month
$10.73
73 kWh
Per year
$129
876 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.36 | $64.39 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.73 | $129 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.45 | $258 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric oven with typical usage costs about $0.35 per day, $10.73 per month, or $129 per year.
Is running a electric oven in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $10.73 per month here versus $13.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.