Cost to Run a Slow Cooker in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 1 kWh each), a slow cooker here costs $3.31 per month.
Per use
$0.25
1 kWh per use
Per day
$0.11
3 uses/week at 1 kWh each
Per month
$3.31
13 kWh
Per year
$39.73
156 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 5.4¢ | $1.65 | $19.87 |
| Typical (3×/week) | $0.11 | $3.31 | $39.73 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.22 | $6.62 | $79.47 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a slow cooker with typical usage costs about $0.11 per day, $3.31 per month, or $39.73 per year.
Is running a slow cooker in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $3.31 per month here versus $2.45 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.