Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $9.85 per month.
Per hour
$0.32
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.32
1 hour/day
Per month
$9.85
46 kWh
Per year
$118
548 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.92 | $59.13 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.32 | $9.85 | $118 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.65 | $19.70 | $237 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.32 per day, $9.85 per month, or $118 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.85 per month here versus $8.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.