Cost to Run a Toaster Oven in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C.'s average residential electricity rate is 25.4¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest in the country, 35% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (0.5 hours/day), a toaster oven here costs $4.63 per month.
Per hour
$0.30
at 1,000–1,800 W
Per day
$0.15
0.5 hours/day
Per month
$4.63
18 kWh
Per year
$55.63
219 kWh
By usage level in Washington, D.C.
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | 7.6¢ | $2.32 | $27.81 |
| Typical (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.15 | $4.63 | $55.63 |
| Heavy (1 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.27 | $111 |
Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?
At Washington, D.C.'s current average residential rate of 25.4¢/kWh (April 2026), a toaster oven with typical usage costs about $0.15 per day, $4.63 per month, or $55.63 per year.
Is running a toaster oven in Washington, D.C. more expensive than average?
Yes. Washington, D.C.'s electricity costs about 35% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $4.63 per month here versus $3.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Washington, D.C. right now?
Washington, D.C. residents pay an average of 25.4¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 42nd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.