Cost to Run a Microwave in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $2.36 per month.
Per hour
$0.31
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
7.8¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$2.36
8.4 kWh
Per year
$28.31
100 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.18 | $14.15 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 7.8¢ | $2.36 | $28.31 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.72 | $56.61 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 7.8¢ per day, $2.36 per month, or $28.31 per year.
Is running a microwave in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.36 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.