Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.78 per month.
Per use
$0.14
1 kWh per use
Per day
5.9¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.78
13 kWh
Per year
$21.43
156 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.9¢ | $0.89 | $10.72 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 5.9¢ | $1.78 | $21.43 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.57 | $42.86 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 5.9¢ per day, $1.78 per month, or $21.43 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $1.78 per month here versus $2.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 5th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.