Cost to Run a Microwave in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $2.41 per month.
Per hour
$0.32
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
7.9¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$2.41
8.4 kWh
Per year
$28.91
100 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.20 | $14.45 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 7.9¢ | $2.41 | $28.91 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.82 | $57.82 |
Massachusetts vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 7.9¢ per day, $2.41 per month, or $28.91 per year.
Is running a microwave in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.41 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 47th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.