Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $8.13 per month.
Per hour
$0.27
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.27
1 hour/day
Per month
$8.13
43 kWh
Per year
$97.60
511 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.13 | $4.06 | $48.80 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.27 | $8.13 | $97.60 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.53 | $16.26 | $195 |
Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?
At Wisconsin's current average residential rate of 19.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.27 per day, $8.13 per month, or $97.60 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.13 per month here versus $7.79 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 34th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.