Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $6.48 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.21
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.48
46 kWh
Per year
$77.74
548 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.24 | $38.87 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.48 | $77.74 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.43 | $12.95 | $155 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.48 per month, or $77.74 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $6.48 per month here versus $8.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.