Cost to Run a Microwave in North Dakota
North Dakota's average residential electricity rate is 13.4¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest in the country, 27% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.12 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
3.7¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.12
8.4 kWh
Per year
$13.45
100 kWh
By usage level in North Dakota
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 1.8¢ | $0.56 | $6.73 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.12 | $13.45 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.4¢ | $2.24 | $26.90 |
North Dakota vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in North Dakota?
At North Dakota's current average residential rate of 13.4¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 3.7¢ per day, $1.12 per month, or $13.45 per year.
Is running a microwave in North Dakota more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Dakota's rate is about 27% below the U.S. average: $1.12 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Dakota right now?
North Dakota residents pay an average of 13.4¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 4th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.