Rice Cooker in Parma — $4/yr to Run (11.4¢/kWh)

Your rice cooker in Parma costs about $0/month at 11.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Parma, OH Electricity Rate

11.4¢/kWh

Utility: AEP Ohio

-13% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.02

0.1 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.36

3 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$4

38 kWh/yr

Lifetime (8yr)

$34

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Parma

PeriodkWhParma CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.1$0.02$0.02$-0.00
Weekly1.1$0.12$0.14$-0.02
Monthly3.1$0.36$0.41$-0.05
Quarterly9.4$1.07$1.22$-0.15
Annual37.5$4.26$4.88$-0.61

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Daily

$0.02

Monthly

$0.36

Annual

$4

8-Year

$34

Energy Saving Tips for Rice Cooker in Parma

  • Parma has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • Use the keep-warm sparingly
  • Rinse rice for better results
  • Unplug when not in use

Rice Cooker Cost in Other Ohio Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Parma
Parma (current)11.4¢$4
Columbus12.8¢$5+$1
Cleveland14.4¢$5+$1
Cincinnati15.6¢$6+$2
Toledo12.9¢$5+$1
Akron13.5¢$5+$1
Dayton15.7¢$6+$2
Canton12.9¢$5+$1
Lorain12.1¢$5+$0

Rice Cooker Energy Cost FAQ — Parma, OH

Understanding Rice Cooker Energy Costs in Parma, OH

In the Parma area, AEP Ohio 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 Parma's rate of 11.4¢/kWh costs approximately $4 per year — $1 less than the national average of $5.

Rates in Parma are close to the national average, so the Rice Cooker's annual cost of $4 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 8-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $34.

Parma's cost of living index of 90 is below the national average, and electricity costs reflect that affordability. The Rice Cooker adds $0.36/month to a typical bill of $102. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.

Parma's moderate climate (avg 49°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. Parma residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Parma.

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