Cost to Run a Electric Oven in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric oven here costs $15.76 per month.
Per hour
$0.52
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$0.52
1 hour/day
Per month
$15.76
73 kWh
Per year
$189
876 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.88 | $94.61 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.76 | $189 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $1.04 | $31.52 | $378 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric oven with typical usage costs about $0.52 per day, $15.76 per month, or $189 per year.
Is running a electric oven in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $15.76 per month here versus $13.42 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.