Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest in the country, 53% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $3.43 per month.
Per use
$0.20
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
$0.11
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$3.43
12 kWh
Per year
$41.17
146 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 5.6¢ | $1.71 | $20.59 |
| Typical (4×/week) | $0.11 | $3.43 | $41.17 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.23 | $6.86 | $82.34 |
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 28.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.43 per month, or $41.17 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 53% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.43 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 45th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.