Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $6.94 per month.
Per hour
$0.23
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.23
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.94
43 kWh
Per year
$83.29
511 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.47 | $41.65 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.23 | $6.94 | $83.29 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.46 | $13.87 | $167 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.23 per day, $6.94 per month, or $83.29 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $6.94 per month here versus $8.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.