Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $1.94 per month.
Per use
$0.15
1 kWh per use
Per day
6.4¢
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$1.94
13 kWh
Per year
$23.31
156 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 3.2¢ | $0.97 | $11.65 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 6.4¢ | $1.94 | $23.31 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.13 | $3.88 | $46.62 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about 6.4¢ per day, $1.94 per month, or $23.31 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $1.94 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.