Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 35.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 88% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $4.60 per month.
Per use
$0.35
1 kWh per use
Per day
$0.15
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$4.60
13 kWh
Per year
$55.22
156 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 7.6¢ | $2.30 | $27.61 |
| Typical (3×/week) | $0.15 | $4.60 | $55.22 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.30 | $9.20 | $110 |
California vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a slow cooker in California?
At California's current average residential rate of 35.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.60 per month, or $55.22 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 88% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.60 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 35.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.