Cost to Run a Microwave in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's average residential electricity rate is 30.5¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 67% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $2.55 per month.
Per hour
$0.34
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
8.4¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$2.55
8.4 kWh
Per year
$30.61
100 kWh
By usage level in Massachusetts
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.31 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 8.4¢ | $2.55 | $30.61 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.10 | $61.23 |
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 30.5¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 8.4¢ per day, $2.55 per month, or $30.61 per year.
Is running a microwave in Massachusetts more expensive than average?
Yes. Massachusetts's electricity costs about 67% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.55 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Massachusetts right now?
Massachusetts residents pay an average of 30.5¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.