Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 19.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 5% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $8.17 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.27
1 hour/day
Per month
$8.17
43 kWh
Per year
$98.11
511 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.09 | $49.06 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.17 | $98.11 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.54 | $16.34 | $196 |
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 19.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.17 per month, or $98.11 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 5% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.17 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 19.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.