Cost to Run a Microwave in Alabama
Alabama's average residential electricity rate is 17.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest in the country, 7% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.45 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.8¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.45
8.4 kWh
Per year
$17.47
100 kWh
By usage level in Alabama
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.4¢ | $0.73 | $8.73 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.8¢ | $1.45 | $17.47 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.91 | $34.93 |
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 17.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.45 per month, or $17.47 per year.
Is running a microwave in Alabama more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Alabama's rate is about 7% below the U.S. average: $1.45 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alabama right now?
Alabama residents pay an average of 17.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 30th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.