Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Iowa
Iowa's average residential electricity rate is 13.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 26% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $2.54 per month.
Per hour
$0.17
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
8.3¢
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$2.54
18 kWh
Per year
$30.44
219 kWh
By usage level in Iowa
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.2¢ | $1.27 | $15.22 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.3¢ | $2.54 | $30.44 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.17 | $5.07 | $60.88 |
Iowa 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 Iowa?
At Iowa's current average residential rate of 13.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about 8.3¢ per day, $2.54 per month, or $30.44 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Iowa more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Iowa's rate is about 26% below the U.S. average: $2.54 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Iowa right now?
Iowa residents pay an average of 13.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.