Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Illinois
Illinois's average residential electricity rate is 20.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 9% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.67 per month.
Per use
$0.20
1 kWh per use
Per day
8.8¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.67
13 kWh
Per year
$32.07
156 kWh
By usage level in Illinois
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.4¢ | $1.34 | $16.03 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 8.8¢ | $2.67 | $32.07 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.18 | $5.34 | $64.14 |
Illinois 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 Illinois?
At Illinois's current average residential rate of 20.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 8.8¢ per day, $2.67 per month, or $32.07 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Illinois more expensive than average?
Yes. Illinois's electricity costs about 9% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.67 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Illinois right now?
Illinois residents pay an average of 20.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.