Cost to Run a Microwave in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 18.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 1% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.52 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
5.0¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.52
8.4 kWh
Per year
$18.27
100 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.76 | $9.13 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 5.0¢ | $1.52 | $18.27 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.04 | $36.54 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Indiana $1.52
Midwest average $1.44
U.S. average $1.54
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 18.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 5.0¢ per day, $1.52 per month, or $18.27 per year.
Is running a microwave in Indiana more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.52 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 18.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.
Microwave costs in nearby states
What else costs to run in Indiana
Electric Furnace $332/mo Central Air Conditioner $155/mo Heat Pump $133/mo Pool Heater (Heat Pump) $111/mo Garage Heater $82.99/mo Electric Water Heater $72.20/mo Tankless Electric Water Heater $69.71/mo Space Heater $66.39/mo Baseboard Heater $66.39/mo Oil-Filled Radiator Heater $66.39/mo Pool Pump $66.39/mo EV Charging (Level 2, Home) $55.33/mo