Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Connecticut
Connecticut's average residential electricity rate is 32.2¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 71% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $3.92 per month.
Per use
$0.23
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
$0.13
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$3.92
12 kWh
Per year
$47.01
146 kWh
By usage level in Connecticut
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.96 | $23.51 |
| Typical (4×/week) | $0.13 | $3.92 | $47.01 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.26 | $7.83 | $94.02 |
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 32.2¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $3.92 per month, or $47.01 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Connecticut more expensive than average?
Yes. Connecticut's electricity costs about 71% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.92 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Connecticut right now?
Connecticut residents pay an average of 32.2¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.