Rice Cooker in Springfield — $6/yr to Run (15.9¢/kWh)
Your rice cooker in Springfield costs about $0/month at 15.9¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Springfield, IL Electricity Rate
15.9¢/kWh
Utility: ComEd
+22% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.02
0.1 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.50
3 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$6
38 kWh/yr
Lifetime (8yr)
$48
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Springfield
| Period | kWh | Springfield Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.1 | $0.02 | $0.02 | +$0.00 |
| Weekly | 1.1 | $0.17 | $0.14 | +$0.03 |
| Monthly | 3.1 | $0.50 | $0.41 | +$0.09 |
| Quarterly | 9.4 | $1.49 | $1.22 | +$0.27 |
| Annual | 37.5 | $5.95 | $4.88 | +$1.07 |
Customize Your Rice Cooker Cost
Adjust usage hours and electricity rate to calculate your exact cost in Springfield.
Daily
$0.02
Monthly
$0.50
Annual
$6
8-Year
$48
Energy Saving Tips for Rice Cooker in Springfield
- ✓Springfield electricity rates are 22% above the national average — energy efficiency matters more here.
- ✓Use the keep-warm sparingly
- ✓Rinse rice for better results
- ✓Unplug when not in use
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Rice Cooker Energy Cost FAQ — Springfield, IL
Understanding Rice Cooker Energy Costs in Springfield, IL
Springfield is a mid-sized Illinois city where residential electricity rates from ComEd are shaped by regional energy supply and local demand patterns. Running a low-draw appliance like the Rice Cooker (500W) at Springfield's rate of 15.9¢/kWh costs approximately $6 per year — $1 more than the national average of $5.
Electricity in Springfield is significantly more expensive than the national average — 22% higher. For a Rice Cooker used 0.3 hours per day, this rate premium adds up to $1 in extra annual costs. Energy-efficient models and usage habits have an outsized impact in high-rate markets like this.
With a cost of living index of 97, Springfield is near the national median. The Rice Cooker's monthly cost of $0.50 represents a typical share of the average Springfield electric bill of $128/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
Springfield's moderate climate (avg 52.4°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. Springfield residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Springfield.
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