Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $4.38 per month.
Per use
$0.34
1 kWh per use
Per day
$0.14
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$4.38
13 kWh
Per year
$52.56
156 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 7.2¢ | $2.19 | $26.28 |
| Typical (3×/week) | $0.14 | $4.38 | $52.56 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.29 | $8.76 | $105 |
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 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about $0.14 per day, $4.38 per month, or $52.56 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.38 per month here versus $2.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.