Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $3.64 per month.
Per use
$0.21
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
$0.12
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$3.64
12 kWh
Per year
$43.65
146 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.82 | $21.83 |
| Typical (4×/week) | $0.12 | $3.64 | $43.65 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.24 | $7.27 | $87.31 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about $0.12 per day, $3.64 per month, or $43.65 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.64 per month here versus $2.24 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.