Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.81 per month.
Per use
$0.14
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.0¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.81
13 kWh
Per year
$21.74
156 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.91 | $10.87 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.0¢ | $1.81 | $21.74 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.62 | $43.49 |
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 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.0¢ per day, $1.81 per month, or $21.74 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $1.81 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.