Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $9.35 per month.
Per hour
$0.31
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.31
1 hour/day
Per month
$9.35
46 kWh
Per year
$112
548 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.67 | $56.12 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.31 | $9.35 | $112 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.70 | $224 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.31 per day, $9.35 per month, or $112 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.35 per month here versus $8.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.