Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $6.34 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.21
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.34
46 kWh
Per year
$76.10
548 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.17 | $38.05 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.34 | $76.10 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.68 | $152 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.34 per month, or $76.10 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $6.34 per month here versus $8.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.