Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 24.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest in the country, 32% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $2.94 per month.
Per use
$0.17
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
$0.10
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$2.94
12 kWh
Per year
$35.33
146 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.8¢ | $1.47 | $17.67 |
| Typical (4×/week) | $0.10 | $2.94 | $35.33 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.19 | $5.89 | $70.66 |
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
At Connecticut's current average residential rate of 24.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about $0.10 per day, $2.94 per month, or $35.33 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 32% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.94 per month here versus $2.23 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 24.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 41st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.