Cost to Run a Microwave in Texas
Texas's average residential electricity rate is 17¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest in the country, 10% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.42 per month.
Per hour
$0.19
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.7¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.42
8.4 kWh
Per year
$17.06
100 kWh
By usage level in Texas
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.3¢ | $0.71 | $8.53 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.7¢ | $1.42 | $17.06 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 9.4¢ | $2.84 | $34.13 |
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 17¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.7¢ per day, $1.42 per month, or $17.06 per year.
Is running a microwave in Texas more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Texas's rate is about 10% below the U.S. average: $1.42 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Texas right now?
Texas residents pay an average of 17¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 28th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.