Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $6.81 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.22
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.81
43 kWh
Per year
$81.76
511 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.40 | $40.88 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.81 | $81.76 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.62 | $164 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.81 per month, or $81.76 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $6.81 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.