Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Louisiana
Louisiana's average residential electricity rate is 14.2¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest in the country, 23% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.85 per month.
Per use
$0.14
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.1¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.85
13 kWh
Per year
$22.21
156 kWh
By usage level in Louisiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.0¢ | $0.93 | $11.11 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.1¢ | $1.85 | $22.21 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.12 | $3.70 | $44.43 |
Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
At Louisiana's current average residential rate of 14.2¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.1¢ per day, $1.85 per month, or $22.21 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Louisiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Louisiana's rate is about 23% below the U.S. average: $1.85 per month here versus $2.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Louisiana right now?
Louisiana residents pay an average of 14.2¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 10th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.