Cost to Run a Electric Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) in Washington
Washington's average residential electricity rate is 14.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) here costs $1.75 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.7 kWh per use
Per day
5.8¢
4 uses/week at 0.7 kWh each
Per month
$1.75
12 kWh
Per year
$21.02
146 kWh
By usage level in Washington
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.88 | $10.51 |
| Typical (4×/week) | 5.8¢ | $1.75 | $21.02 |
| Heavy (8×/week) | $0.12 | $3.50 | $42.05 |
Washington 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 Washington?
At Washington's current average residential rate of 14.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) with typical usage costs about 5.8¢ per day, $1.75 per month, or $21.02 per year.
Is running a electric pressure cooker (instant pot) in Washington more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Washington's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.75 per month here versus $2.29 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington right now?
Washington residents pay an average of 14.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 12th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.