Cost to Run a Microwave in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $2.47 per month.
Per hour
$0.32
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
8.1¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$2.47
8.4 kWh
Per year
$29.61
100 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.23 | $14.81 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 8.1¢ | $2.47 | $29.61 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $4.93 | $59.22 |
New York vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 8.1¢ per day, $2.47 per month, or $29.61 per year.
Is running a microwave in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.47 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.