Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $6.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.22
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.22
1 hour/day
Per month
$6.72
43 kWh
Per year
$80.74
511 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.36 | $40.37 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.22 | $6.72 | $80.74 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.44 | $13.45 | $161 |
West Virginia 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 West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.22 per day, $6.72 per month, or $80.74 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $6.72 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 21st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.