Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in California
California's average residential electricity rate is 33.6¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest in the country, 84% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $6.13 per month.
Per hour
$0.40
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
$0.20
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$6.13
18 kWh
Per year
$73.58
219 kWh
By usage level in California
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.10 | $3.06 | $36.79 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.20 | $6.13 | $73.58 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.40 | $12.26 | $147 |
California 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 California?
At California's current average residential rate of 33.6¢/kWh (July 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about $0.20 per day, $6.13 per month, or $73.58 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in California more expensive than average?
Yes. California's electricity costs about 84% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $6.13 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in California right now?
California residents pay an average of 33.6¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 50th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.