Cost to Run a Microwave in Arizona
Arizona's average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.30 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.3¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.30
8.4 kWh
Per year
$15.56
100 kWh
By usage level in Arizona
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.1¢ | $0.65 | $7.78 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.3¢ | $1.30 | $15.56 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.5¢ | $2.59 | $31.12 |
Arizona vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Arizona?
At Arizona's current average residential rate of 15.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.30 per month, or $15.56 per year.
Is running a microwave in Arizona more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Arizona's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.30 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Arizona right now?
Arizona residents pay an average of 15.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 20th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.