Rice Cooker in Tucson — $5/yr to Run (13.8¢/kWh)
Your rice cooker in Tucson costs about $0/month at 13.8¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.
Tucson, AZ Electricity Rate
13.8¢/kWh
Utility: Tucson Electric Power (TEP)
+6% vs national avg
National avg: 13.0¢/kWh
Daily Cost
$0.02
0.1 kWh/day
Monthly Cost
$0.43
3 kWh/mo
Annual Cost
$5
38 kWh/yr
Lifetime (8yr)
$41
energy only
Monthly Cost Breakdown in Tucson
| Period | kWh | Tucson Cost | National Avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | 0.1 | $0.02 | $0.02 | +$0.00 |
| Weekly | 1.1 | $0.15 | $0.14 | +$0.01 |
| Monthly | 3.1 | $0.43 | $0.41 | +$0.03 |
| Quarterly | 9.4 | $1.29 | $1.22 | +$0.08 |
| Annual | 37.5 | $5.18 | $4.88 | +$0.30 |
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Daily
$0.02
Monthly
$0.43
Annual
$5
8-Year
$41
Energy Saving Tips for Rice Cooker in Tucson
- ✓Tucson electricity rates are 6% 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 — Tucson, AZ
Understanding Rice Cooker Energy Costs in Tucson, AZ
In a major metro like Tucson, electricity demand is high and rates reflect the cost of maintaining infrastructure for 0.5 million residents. Running a low-draw appliance like the Rice Cooker (500W) at Tucson's rate of 13.8¢/kWh costs approximately $5 per year — $0 more than the national average of $5.
Tucson rates are 6% 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 $2 in cumulative extra spending versus the national average.
With a cost of living index of 103, Tucson is near the national median. The Rice Cooker's monthly cost of $0.43 represents a typical share of the average Tucson electric bill of $135/month. Since no ENERGY STAR or smart version is currently available for this appliance, reducing usage hours is the primary way to cut costs.
In Tucson's warm climate (avg 77.2°F), HVAC-related appliances tend to run more frequently, compounding energy costs. A Rice Cooker produces approximately 0.03 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Tucson residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Tucson.
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