Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Idaho
Idaho's average residential electricity rate is 12.4¢/kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest in the country, 33% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $2.26 per month.
Per hour
$0.15
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
7.4¢
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$2.26
18 kWh
Per year
$27.16
219 kWh
By usage level in Idaho
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 3.7¢ | $1.13 | $13.58 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.4¢ | $2.26 | $27.16 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.52 | $54.31 |
Idaho 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 Idaho?
At Idaho's current average residential rate of 12.4¢/kWh (May 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about 7.4¢ per day, $2.26 per month, or $27.16 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Idaho more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Idaho's rate is about 33% below the U.S. average: $2.26 per month here versus $3.36 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Idaho right now?
Idaho residents pay an average of 12.4¢ per kWh as of May 2026 — the 1st cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.