Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's average residential electricity rate is 28.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 51% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $12.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.40
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.40
1 hour/day
Per month
$12.04
43 kWh
Per year
$145
511 kWh
By usage level in Rhode Island
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.02 | $72.31 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.04 | $145 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.79 | $24.09 | $289 |
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
At Rhode Island's current average residential rate of 28.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.40 per day, $12.04 per month, or $145 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Rhode Island more expensive than average?
Yes. Rhode Island's electricity costs about 51% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $12.04 per month here versus $8.00 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Rhode Island right now?
Rhode Island residents pay an average of 28.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.