Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in New York
New York's average residential electricity rate is 29.5¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest in the country, 57% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $5.38 per month.
Per hour
$0.35
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
$0.18
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$5.38
18 kWh
Per year
$64.60
219 kWh
By usage level in New York
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.8¢ | $2.69 | $32.30 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.38 | $64.60 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.35 | $10.76 | $129 |
New York 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 New York?
At New York's current average residential rate of 29.5¢/kWh (April 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about $0.18 per day, $5.38 per month, or $64.60 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in New York more expensive than average?
Yes. New York's electricity costs about 57% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $5.38 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New York right now?
New York residents pay an average of 29.5¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 48th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.