Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in North Carolina
North Carolina's average residential electricity rate is 16.3¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest in the country, 13% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.12 per month.
Per use
$0.16
1 kWh per use
Per day
7.0¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.12
13 kWh
Per year
$25.50
156 kWh
By usage level in North Carolina
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.5¢ | $1.06 | $12.75 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 7.0¢ | $2.12 | $25.50 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.14 | $4.25 | $51.00 |
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 16.3¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 7.0¢ per day, $2.12 per month, or $25.50 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in North Carolina more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. North Carolina's rate is about 13% below the U.S. average: $2.12 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in North Carolina right now?
North Carolina residents pay an average of 16.3¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 24th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.