Cost to Run a Induction Cooktop in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's average residential electricity rate is 19.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 7% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a induction cooktop here costs $8.38 per month.
Per hour
$0.28
at 1,200–1,800 W
Per day
$0.28
1 hour/day
Per month
$8.38
43 kWh
Per year
$101
511 kWh
By usage level in Wisconsin
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.14 | $4.19 | $50.33 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.28 | $8.38 | $101 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $0.55 | $16.77 | $201 |
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 19.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a induction cooktop with typical usage costs about $0.28 per day, $8.38 per month, or $101 per year.
Is running a induction cooktop in Wisconsin more expensive than average?
Yes. Wisconsin's electricity costs about 7% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $8.38 per month here versus $7.83 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Wisconsin right now?
Wisconsin residents pay an average of 19.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.