Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's average residential electricity rate is 21.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest in the country, 14% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $2.80 per month.
Per use
$0.21
1 kWh per use
Per day
9.2¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$2.80
13 kWh
Per year
$33.63
156 kWh
By usage level in Pennsylvania
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 4.6¢ | $1.40 | $16.82 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 9.2¢ | $2.80 | $33.63 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.18 | $5.60 | $67.26 |
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 21.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 9.2¢ per day, $2.80 per month, or $33.63 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Pennsylvania more expensive than average?
Yes. Pennsylvania's electricity costs about 14% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $2.80 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Pennsylvania right now?
Pennsylvania residents pay an average of 21.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 38th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.