Cost to Run a Microwave in Missouri
Missouri's average residential electricity rate is 14¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.17 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
3.9¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.17
8.4 kWh
Per year
$14.05
100 kWh
By usage level in Missouri
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.59 | $7.03 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 3.9¢ | $1.17 | $14.05 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.7¢ | $2.34 | $28.11 |
Missouri vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Missouri?
At Missouri's current average residential rate of 14¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 3.9¢ per day, $1.17 per month, or $14.05 per year.
Is running a microwave in Missouri more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Missouri's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.17 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Missouri right now?
Missouri residents pay an average of 14¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 8th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.