Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $14.30 per month.
Per hour
$0.47
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.47
1 hour/day
Per month
$14.30
43 kWh
Per year
$172
511 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.24 | $7.15 | $85.85 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.47 | $14.30 | $172 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.94 | $28.60 | $343 |
California vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a induction cooktop in California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.47 per day, $14.30 per month, or $172 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $14.30 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.