How much does it cost to run an electric oven? ($12.24/mo)
Running an electric oven costs about $12.24 / month
($0.41/day at 1 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
($0.41/day at 1 h/day, $0.17/kWh).
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An electric oven is one of the hungriest kitchen appliances, drawing thousands of watts whenever the heating element is on.
Cost at different electricity rates
| Electricity rate | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $0.24 | $7.20 | $87.60 |
| $0.15/kWh | $0.36 | $10.80 | $131.40 |
| $0.20/kWh | $0.48 | $14.40 | $175.20 |
| $0.25/kWh | $0.60 | $18.00 | $219.00 |
| $0.30/kWh | $0.72 | $21.60 | $262.80 |
| $0.40/kWh | $0.96 | $28.80 | $350.40 |
Cost over time
| Per hour of use | $0.41 |
| Per day (1 h) | $0.41 |
| Per month | $12.24 |
| Per year | $148.92 |
How to spend less
- Run it fewer hours or on an eco / lower setting.
- Upgrade to a more efficient model (check the energy label).
- Use a smart plug or timer to kill standby and idle draw.
Want the raw figure? See how many watts an electric oven uses.
FAQ
How many watts does an electric oven use?
Most electric ovens use 2000-5000 watts, cycling the element on and off to hold temperature.
Is it cheaper to use an oven or air fryer?
For small portions an air fryer wins - it heats a much smaller space, so it draws less over the cook.