Cost to Run a Microwave in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.40 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.6¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.40
8.4 kWh
Per year
$16.76
100 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.70 | $8.38 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.76 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 9.2¢ | $2.79 | $33.53 |
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 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.6¢ per day, $1.40 per month, or $16.76 per year.
Is running a microwave in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.40 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.