Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in New Mexico
New Mexico's average residential electricity rate is 16.1¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest in the country, 12% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.10 per month.
Per use
$0.16
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.9¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.10
13 kWh
Per year
$25.18
156 kWh
By usage level in New Mexico
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.05 | $12.59 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.9¢ | $2.10 | $25.18 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.14 | $4.20 | $50.37 |
New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
At New Mexico's current average residential rate of 16.1¢/kWh (July 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.9¢ per day, $2.10 per month, or $25.18 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in New Mexico more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. New Mexico's rate is about 12% below the U.S. average: $2.10 per month here versus $2.38 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Mexico right now?
New Mexico residents pay an average of 16.1¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 26th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.