Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 15¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $6.38 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.21
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.38
43 kWh
Per year
$76.65
511 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.19 | $38.32 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.21 | $6.38 | $76.65 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.42 | $12.77 | $153 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky?
At Kentucky's current average residential rate of 15¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.21 per day, $6.38 per month, or $76.65 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $6.38 per month here versus $8.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 15¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 16th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.