Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $6.77 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.22
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.77
43 kWh
Per year
$81.25
511 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.38 | $40.62 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.77 | $81.25 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.45 | $13.53 | $162 |
Texas 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 Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.77 per month, or $81.25 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $6.77 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.