Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 28.8¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $5.25 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
$0.17
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$5.25
18 kWh
Per year
$63.07
219 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.6¢ | $2.63 | $31.54 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.25 | $63.07 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.51 | $126 |
Alaska vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a toaster oven in Alaska?
At Alaska's current average residential rate of 28.8¢/kWh (July 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about $0.17 per day, $5.25 per month, or $63.07 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.25 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 28.8¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 46th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.