Cost to Run a Microwave in Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is 32.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 77% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $2.71 per month.
Per hour
$0.36
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
8.9¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$2.71
8.4 kWh
Per year
$32.52
100 kWh
By usage level in Maine
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.35 | $16.26 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.71 | $32.52 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.42 | $65.04 |
Maine vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Maine?
At Maine's current average residential rate of 32.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 8.9¢ per day, $2.71 per month, or $32.52 per year.
Is running a microwave in Maine more expensive than average?
Yes. Maine's electricity costs about 77% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.71 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Maine right now?
Maine residents pay an average of 32.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.