Cost to Run a Microwave in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 15.9¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.33 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.4¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.33
8.4 kWh
Per year
$15.96
100 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.66 | $7.98 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.33 | $15.96 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.7¢ | $2.66 | $31.92 |
Texas vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in Texas?
At Texas's current average residential rate of 15.9¢/kWh (July 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.4¢ per day, $1.33 per month, or $15.96 per year.
Is running a microwave in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $1.33 per month here versus $1.53 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 15.9¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.