Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.9¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest in the country, 63% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $3.90 per month.
Per use
$0.30
1 kWh per use
Per day
$0.13
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$3.90
13 kWh
Per year
$46.77
156 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.95 | $23.39 |
| Typical (3×/week) | $0.13 | $3.90 | $46.77 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.26 | $7.79 | $93.54 |
New York 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 York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.9¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about $0.13 per day, $3.90 per month, or $46.77 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 63% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.90 per month here versus $2.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.9¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 49th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.