Electric Kettle in Tacoma — $6/yr to Run (10.6¢/kWh)
Your electric kettle in Tacoma costs about $0/month at 10.6¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tacoma, WA Electricity Rate
10.6¢/kWh
Utility: Tacoma Public Utilities
-18% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.02
0.2 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.48
5 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$6
55 kWh/yr
Lifetime (5yr)
$29
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tacoma
| Period | kWh | Tacoma Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.2 | $0.02 | $0.02 | $-0.00 |
| Weekly | 1.1 | $0.11 | $0.14 | $-0.03 |
| Monthly | 4.6 | $0.48 | $0.59 | $-0.11 |
| Quarterly | 13.7 | $1.45 | $1.78 | $-0.33 |
| Annual | 54.8 | $5.80 | $7.12 | $-1.31 |
Customize Your Electric Kettle Cost
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Daily
$0.02
Monthly
$0.48
Annual
$6
5-Year
$29
Energy Saving Tips for Electric Kettle in Tacoma
- ✓Tacoma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
- ✓A smart Electric Kettle with scheduling optimization can save ~$0/year at Tacoma rates.
- ✓Boil only the amount you need
- ✓Descale monthly
- ✓Use for pasta water to save stove energy
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Electric Kettle Energy Cost FAQ — Tacoma, WA
Understanding Electric Kettle Energy Costs in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma is a mid-sized Washington city where residential electricity rates from Tacoma Public Utilities are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a moderate-draw appliance like the Electric Kettle (1,500W) at Tacoma's rate of 10.6¢/kWh costs approximately $6 per year — $1 less than the national average of $7.
Rates in Tacoma are close to the national average, so the Electric Kettle's annual cost of $6 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 5-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $29.
With a cost of living index of 108, Tacoma is near the national median. The Electric Kettle's monthly cost of $0.48 represents a typical share of the average Tacoma electric bill of $123/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Electric Kettle with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 5%, saving $0/year.
Tacoma's moderate climate (avg 44.7°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Electric Kettle produces approximately 0.04 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tacoma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tacoma.
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