Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.93 per month.
Per hour
$0.26
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.26
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.93
46 kWh
Per year
$95.26
548 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $3.97 | $47.63 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.26 | $7.93 | $95.26 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.52 | $15.87 | $191 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric stove burner in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.26 per day, $7.93 per month, or $95.26 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $7.93 per month here versus $8.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.