Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 35.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 88% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $15.02 per month.
Per hour
$0.49
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.49
1 hour/day
Per month
$15.02
43 kWh
Per year
$180
511 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.25 | $7.51 | $90.19 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.49 | $15.02 | $180 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.99 | $30.05 | $361 |
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 35.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.49 per day, $15.02 per month, or $180 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 88% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $15.02 per month here versus $8.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 35.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.