Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 15.1¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest in the country, 18% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.97 per month.
Per use
$0.15
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.5¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.97
13 kWh
Per year
$23.62
156 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.98 | $11.81 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.5¢ | $1.97 | $23.62 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.13 | $3.93 | $47.24 |
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
At North Carolina's current average residential rate of 15.1¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.5¢ per day, $1.97 per month, or $23.62 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 18% below the U.S. average: $1.97 per month here versus $2.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 15.1¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 18th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.