Rice Cooker in Bend — $5/yr to Run (13.0¢/kWh)

Your rice cooker in Bend costs about $0/month at 13.0¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Bend, OR Electricity Rate

13.0¢/kWh

Utility: Portland General Electric

+0% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.02

0.1 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.41

3 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$5

38 kWh/yr

Lifetime (8yr)

$39

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Bend

PeriodkWhBend CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.1$0.02$0.02+$0.00
Weekly1.1$0.14$0.14+$0.00
Monthly3.1$0.41$0.41+$0.00
Quarterly9.4$1.22$1.22+$0.00
Annual37.5$4.88$4.88+$0.01

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Daily

$0.02

Monthly

$0.41

Annual

$5

8-Year

$39

Energy Saving Tips for Rice Cooker in Bend

  • Bend electricity rates are 0% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
  • Use the keep-warm sparingly
  • Rinse rice for better results
  • Unplug when not in use

Rice Cooker Cost in Other Oregon Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Bend
Bend (current)13.0¢$5
Portland12.0¢$4$-0
Eugene13.5¢$5+$0
Salem13.7¢$5+$0
Gresham10.6¢$4$-1
Hillsboro9.8¢$4$-1
Beaverton9.1¢$3$-1
Medford12.4¢$5$-0
Springfield11.6¢$4$-1

Rice Cooker Energy Cost FAQ — Bend, OR

Understanding Rice Cooker Energy Costs in Bend, OR

In the Bend area, Portland General Electric serves a smaller residential base, and rates can be more sensitive to seasonal demand swings than in larger metros. Running a low-draw appliance like the Rice Cooker (500W) at Bend's rate of 13.0¢/kWh costs approximately $5 per year — $0 more than the national average of $5.

Bend rates are 0% above the national average — a modest premium that adds $0 per year to Rice Cooker operating costs. Over the appliance's 8-year lifespan, that's $0 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.

With a cost of living index of 111, Bend is near the national median. The Rice Cooker's monthly cost of $0.41 represents a typical share of the average Bend electric bill of $122/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.

Bend's moderate climate (avg 54.1°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Rice Cooker produces approximately 0.03 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Bend residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Bend.

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