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How Much Does a Electric Oven Cost to Run?
An electric oven uses about 2,000–2,500 watts when heating. It cycles on and off to maintain temperature, so the average draw is lower during cooking.
watts
hrs/day
$/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.40
2.5 kWh
Monthly Cost
$12.00
75.0 kWh
Yearly Cost
$146.00
912.5 kWh
For perspective...
At $146.00/year, this appliance costs as much as 10 months of Netflix. Worth looking into energy-saving alternatives.
Energy-Saving Tips for Your Electric Oven
- Use a toaster oven or air fryer for small meals — they use 50-75% less energy
- Avoid opening the door while cooking — temperature drops 25°F each time
- Batch cooking multiple items at once amortizes the preheating energy cost