How much does it cost to run an electric kettle? ($1.53/mo)
Running an electric kettle costs about $1.53 / month
($0.05/day at 0.2 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
($0.05/day at 0.2 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
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An electric kettle draws a lot of power, but only for the minute or two it takes to boil, so each use is cheap.
Cost at different electricity rates
| Electricity rate | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $0.03 | $0.90 | $10.95 |
| $0.15/kWh | $0.05 | $1.35 | $16.43 |
| $0.20/kWh | $0.06 | $1.80 | $21.90 |
| $0.25/kWh | $0.08 | $2.25 | $27.38 |
| $0.30/kWh | $0.09 | $2.70 | $32.85 |
| $0.40/kWh | $0.12 | $3.60 | $43.80 |
Cost over time
| Per hour of use | $0.26 |
| Per day (0.2 h) | $0.05 |
| Per month | $1.53 |
| Per year | $18.62 |
How to spend less running an electric kettle
- Cut the hours: An electric kettle at 0.2 h/day runs about $1.53/month — trimming one hour saves roughly $7.65/month.
- Right-size the job: a lid, eco mode or a smaller appliance for small portions all trim the cook.
- Upgrade efficiency: a newer electric kettle near 1,200 W uses far less than an old 3,000 W one.
Want the raw figure? See how many watts an electric kettle uses.
FAQ
How many watts does an electric kettle use?
Typically 1200-3000 watts; higher wattage simply means it boils faster.
Does boiling less water save money?
Yes - only filling the kettle to what you need cuts both energy and boil time.