Cost to Run a Electric Stove Burner in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest in the country, 11% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric stove burner here costs $7.48 per month.
Per hour
$0.25
at 1,000–3,000 W
Per day
$0.25
1 hour/day
Per month
$7.48
46 kWh
Per year
$89.79
548 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.74 | $44.89 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.48 | $89.79 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $14.96 | $180 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric stove burner with typical usage costs about $0.25 per day, $7.48 per month, or $89.79 per year.
Is running a electric stove burner in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 11% below the U.S. average: $7.48 per month here versus $8.39 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 27th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.