Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.30 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.24
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.30
46 kWh
Per year
$87.60
548 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.65 | $43.80 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.30 | $87.60 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.48 | $14.59 | $175 |
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 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.30 per month, or $87.60 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $7.30 per month here versus $8.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.