Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $10.73 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.35
1 hour/day
Per month
$10.73
43 kWh
Per year
$129
511 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.36 | $64.39 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.73 | $129 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.71 | $21.45 | $258 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.35 per day, $10.73 per month, or $129 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $10.73 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.