Cost to Run a Microwave in West Virginia
West Virginia's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 14% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.25 hours/day), a microwave here costs $1.35 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 600–1,500 W
Per day
4.4¢
0.25 hours/day
Per month
$1.35
8.4 kWh
Per year
$16.16
100 kWh
By usage level in West Virginia
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 2.2¢ | $0.67 | $8.08 |
| Typical (0.25 hrs/day) | 4.4¢ | $1.35 | $16.16 |
| Heavy (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.69 | $32.32 |
West Virginia vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a microwave in West Virginia?
At West Virginia's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (April 2026), a microwave with typical usage costs about 4.4¢ per day, $1.35 per month, or $16.16 per year.
Is running a microwave in West Virginia more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. West Virginia's rate is about 14% below the U.S. average: $1.35 per month here versus $1.57 nationally.
What does electricity cost in West Virginia right now?
West Virginia residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.