Cost to Run a Microwave in Nebraska
Nebraska's average residential electricity rate is 13.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.14 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
3.7¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.14
8.4 kWh
Per year
$13.65
100 kWh
By usage level in Nebraska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.83 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.14 | $13.65 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.5¢ | $2.27 | $27.30 |
Nebraska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Nebraska?
At Nebraska's current average residential rate of 13.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.14 per month, or $13.65 per year.
Is running a microwave in Nebraska more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Nebraska's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.14 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Nebraska right now?
Nebraska residents pay an average of 13.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.