Cost to Run a Microwave in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.5¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.21 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.0¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.21
8.4 kWh
Per year
$14.55
100 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.0¢ | $0.61 | $7.28 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.0¢ | $1.21 | $14.55 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.0¢ | $2.42 | $29.11 |
Tennessee vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.5¢/kWh (May 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.0¢ per day, $1.21 per month, or $14.55 per year.
Is running a microwave in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.21 per month here versus $1.54 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.5¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.