Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 16¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.08 per month.
Per use
$0.16
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.9¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.08
13 kWh
Per year
$25.03
156 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.04 | $12.51 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.9¢ | $2.08 | $25.03 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.14 | $4.17 | $50.06 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 16¢/kWh (July 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.08 per month, or $25.03 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.08 per month here versus $2.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 16¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 23rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.