Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 14.9¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest in the country, 21% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $2.72 per month.
Per hour
$0.18
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
8.9¢
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$2.72
18 kWh
Per year
$32.63
219 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.5¢ | $1.36 | $16.32 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.9¢ | $2.72 | $32.63 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.18 | $5.44 | $65.26 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee?
At Tennessee's current average residential rate of 14.9¢/kWh (April 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about 8.9¢ per day, $2.72 per month, or $32.63 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 21% below the U.S. average: $2.72 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 14.9¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 15th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.