Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 19% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $9.24 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.30
1 hour/day
Per month
$9.24
43 kWh
Per year
$111
511 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.62 | $55.44 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.24 | $111 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.61 | $18.47 | $222 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.30 per day, $9.24 per month, or $111 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 19% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $9.24 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.