Cost to Run a Microwave in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 17.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest in the country, 5% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.50 per month.
Per hour
$0.20
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.9¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.50
8.4 kWh
Per year
$17.97
100 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.5¢ | $0.75 | $8.98 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.9¢ | $1.50 | $17.97 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $2.99 | $35.93 |
Indiana vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 17.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.9¢ per day, $1.50 per month, or $17.97 per year.
Is running a microwave in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 5% below the U.S. average: $1.50 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 17.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 32nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.