Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.6¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest in the country, 17% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.81 per month.
Per use
$0.22
1 kWh per use
Per day
9.3¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.81
13 kWh
Per year
$33.79
156 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.41 | $16.89 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 9.3¢ | $2.81 | $33.79 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.19 | $5.63 | $67.58 |
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
At Pennsylvania's current average residential rate of 21.6¢/kWh (May 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 9.3¢ per day, $2.81 per month, or $33.79 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 17% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.81 per month here versus $2.40 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.6¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 36th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.