Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Montana
Montana's average residential electricity rate is 14.7¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest in the country, 20% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.92 per month.
Per use
$0.15
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.3¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.92
13 kWh
Per year
$22.99
156 kWh
By usage level in Montana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.1¢ | $0.96 | $11.50 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.3¢ | $1.92 | $22.99 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.13 | $3.83 | $45.99 |
Montana 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 Montana?
At Montana's current average residential rate of 14.7¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.3¢ per day, $1.92 per month, or $22.99 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Montana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Montana's rate is about 20% below the U.S. average: $1.92 per month here versus $2.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Montana right now?
Montana residents pay an average of 14.7¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 13th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.