Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Kentucky
Kentucky's average residential electricity rate is 13.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $5.87 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.19
1 hour/day
Per month
$5.87
43 kWh
Per year
$70.52
511 kWh
By usage level in Kentucky
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.94 | $35.26 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.19 | $5.87 | $70.52 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.39 | $11.75 | $141 |
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 13.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.19 per day, $5.87 per month, or $70.52 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Kentucky more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Kentucky's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $5.87 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Kentucky right now?
Kentucky residents pay an average of 13.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 7th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.