Cost to Run a Microwave in Ohio
Ohio's average residential electricity rate is 19.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest in the country, 4% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.63 per month.
Per hour
$0.21
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
5.4¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.63
8.4 kWh
Per year
$19.57
100 kWh
By usage level in Ohio
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.7¢ | $0.82 | $9.79 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 5.4¢ | $1.63 | $19.57 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.11 | $3.26 | $39.15 |
Ohio vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Ohio?
At Ohio's current average residential rate of 19.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 5.4¢ per day, $1.63 per month, or $19.57 per year.
Is running a microwave in Ohio more expensive than average?
Yes. Ohio's electricity costs about 4% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.63 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Ohio right now?
Ohio residents pay an average of 19.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 35th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.