Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $1.79 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
5.9¢
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$1.79
12 kWh
Per year
$21.46
146 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.89 | $10.73 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.79 | $21.46 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.12 | $3.58 | $42.92 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.79 per month, or $21.46 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $1.79 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.