Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Oregon
Oregon's average residential electricity rate is 15.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest in the country, 16% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.06 per month.
Per use
$0.16
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.8¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.06
13 kWh
Per year
$24.72
156 kWh
By usage level in Oregon
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.4¢ | $1.03 | $12.36 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.8¢ | $2.06 | $24.72 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.14 | $4.12 | $49.43 |
Oregon 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 Oregon?
At Oregon's current average residential rate of 15.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.8¢ per day, $2.06 per month, or $24.72 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Oregon more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Oregon's rate is about 16% below the U.S. average: $2.06 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Oregon right now?
Oregon residents pay an average of 15.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 22nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.