Microwave Electricity Calculator in Maine
A microwave in Maine costs about $2.56 a month ($31.12 a year) to run at the state's average rate of 28.42 ¢/kWh. Use this calculator to compare light, typical, and heavy use.
Key metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Maine average rate | 28.42 ¢/kWh |
| Assumed wattage | 1,200 W |
| Typical usage pattern | 0.25 hours/day |
| Typical monthly cost | $2.56 |
| Typical yearly cost | $31.12 |
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Calculator assumptions
This calculator uses a typical wattage range of 600-1,500 W, and we assume 1,200 watts for 0.25 hours/day. The formula is kWh = (watts × hours) / 1000.
At this profile, the appliance uses 9.00 kWh per month and 109.5 kWh per year.
Appliance calculator scenarios
| Scenario | Hours/day | Annual energy | Maine monthly | U.S. monthly | Maine yearly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light usage | 0.5 hours/day | 219.0 kWh | $5.12 | $3.48 | $62.24 |
| Typical usage | 0.25 hours/day | 109.5 kWh | $2.56 | $1.74 | $31.12 |
| Heavy usage | 2.25 hours/day | 985.5 kWh | $23.02 | $15.65 | $280.08 |
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Source & Method
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) Retail Sales of Electricity. Updated: April 2026. Estimates use the EIA all-in average residential rate — energy, delivery, fixed charges, and utility fees together, not just the electricity itself. Fees are inside the rate, not an extra on top; how your own bill splits fixed versus per-kWh charges varies by utility. For what's inside the all-in rate, see hidden electricity fees; for how rates and estimates are defined, see the methodology hub.