Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.7¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest in the country, 32% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.65 per month.
Per use
$0.13
1 kWh per use
Per day
5.4¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.65
13 kWh
Per year
$19.87
156 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.7¢ | $0.83 | $9.93 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 5.4¢ | $1.65 | $19.87 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.11 | $3.31 | $39.73 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.7¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 5.4¢ per day, $1.65 per month, or $19.87 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 32% below the U.S. average: $1.65 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.7¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 2nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.