Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.43 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.24
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.43
46 kWh
Per year
$89.24
548 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.72 | $44.62 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.43 | $89.24 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.87 | $178 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.24 per day, $7.43 per month, or $89.24 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $7.43 per month here versus $8.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.