Cost to Run a Microwave in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 16.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.37 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.5¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.37
8.4 kWh
Per year
$16.46
100 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.69 | $8.23 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.37 | $16.46 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 9.0¢ | $2.74 | $32.92 |
Alabama vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Alabama?
At Alabama's current average residential rate of 16.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.5¢ per day, $1.37 per month, or $16.46 per year.
Is running a microwave in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $1.37 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 16.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.