Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 60% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $13.45 per month.
Per hour
$0.44
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.44
1 hour/day
Per month
$13.45
46 kWh
Per year
$162
548 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.73 | $80.76 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.45 | $162 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.89 | $26.90 | $323 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.44 per day, $13.45 per month, or $162 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 60% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $13.45 per month here versus $8.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.