Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Alaska
Alaska's average residential electricity rate is 27.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest in the country, 46% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $5.00 per month.
Per hour
$0.33
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
$0.16
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$5.00
18 kWh
Per year
$60.01
219 kWh
By usage level in Alaska
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.00 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.01 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.33 | $10.00 | $120 |
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 27.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about $0.16 per day, $5.00 per month, or $60.01 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Alaska more expensive than average?
Yes. Alaska's electricity costs about 46% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.00 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Alaska right now?
Alaska residents pay an average of 27.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 44th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.