Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $8.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.29
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.29
1 hour/day
Per month
$8.72
43 kWh
Per year
$105
511 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.36 | $52.38 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.29 | $8.72 | $105 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.57 | $17.45 | $210 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.29 per day, $8.72 per month, or $105 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.72 per month here versus $8.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.