Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Tennessee
Tennessee's average residential electricity rate is 13.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest in the country, 25% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $2.50 per month.
Per hour
$0.16
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
8.2¢
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$2.50
18 kWh
Per year
$30.00
219 kWh
By usage level in Tennessee
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 4.1¢ | $1.25 | $15.00 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | 8.2¢ | $2.50 | $30.00 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.16 | $5.00 | $60.01 |
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 13.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about 8.2¢ per day, $2.50 per month, or $30.00 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Tennessee more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Tennessee's rate is about 25% below the U.S. average: $2.50 per month here versus $3.34 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Tennessee right now?
Tennessee residents pay an average of 13.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 6th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.