Cost to Run a Microwave in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.15 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
3.8¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.15
8.4 kWh
Per year
$13.75
100 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 1.9¢ | $0.57 | $6.88 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 3.8¢ | $1.15 | $13.75 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.5¢ | $2.29 | $27.50 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 3.8¢ per day, $1.15 per month, or $13.75 per year.
Is running a microwave in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.15 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.