Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $3.33 per month.
Per use
$0.19
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
$0.11
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$3.33
12 kWh
Per year
$40.00
146 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 5.5¢ | $1.67 | $20.00 |
| Typical (4×/week) | $0.11 | $3.33 | $40.00 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.22 | $6.66 | $80.01 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.33 per month, or $40.00 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.33 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.