Cost to Run a Microwave in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.04 per month.
Per hour
$0.14
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
3.4¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.04
8.4 kWh
Per year
$12.45
100 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 1.7¢ | $0.52 | $6.22 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.45 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 6.8¢ | $2.07 | $24.89 |
Idaho vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 3.4¢ per day, $1.04 per month, or $12.45 per year.
Is running a microwave in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $1.04 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.