Cost to Run a Microwave in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.81 per month.
Per hour
$0.24
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
5.9¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.81
8.4 kWh
Per year
$21.68
100 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 3.0¢ | $0.90 | $10.84 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 5.9¢ | $1.81 | $21.68 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.12 | $3.61 | $43.36 |
Pennsylvania vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.81 per month, or $21.68 per year.
Is running a microwave in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $1.81 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.