Slow Cooker in Medford — $4/yr to Run (12.4¢/kWh)

Your slow cooker in Medford costs about $0/month at 12.4¢/kWh. See daily, monthly, and yearly costs, plus tips to cut your bill.

Medford, OR Electricity Rate

12.4¢/kWh

Utility: Portland General Electric

-4% vs national avg

National avg: 13.0¢/kWh

Daily Cost

$0.02

0.2 kWh/day

Monthly Cost

$0.31

3 kWh/mo

Annual Cost

$4

30 kWh/yr

Lifetime (10yr)

$37

energy only

Monthly Cost Breakdown in Medford

PeriodkWhMedford CostNational AvgDifference
Daily0.2$0.02$0.03$-0.00
Weekly1.4$0.17$0.18$-0.01
Monthly2.5$0.31$0.33$-0.01
Quarterly7.5$0.93$0.98$-0.04
Annual30.0$3.73$3.90$-0.17

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Daily

$0.02

Monthly

$0.31

Annual

$4

10-Year

$37

Energy Saving Tips for Slow Cooker in Medford

  • Medford has below-average electricity rates, but saving energy still reduces your carbon footprint.
  • A smart Slow Cooker with scheduling optimization can save ~$0/year at Medford rates.
  • Resist lifting the lid during cooking
  • Fill 1/2 to 2/3 full
  • Use low setting when possible

Slow Cooker Cost in Other Oregon Cities

CityRateAnnual Costvs Medford
Medford (current)12.4¢$4
Portland12.0¢$4$-0
Eugene13.5¢$4+$0
Salem13.7¢$4+$0
Gresham10.6¢$3$-1
Hillsboro9.8¢$3$-1
Bend13.0¢$4+$0
Beaverton9.1¢$3$-1
Springfield11.6¢$3$-0

Slow Cooker Energy Cost FAQ — Medford, OR

Understanding Slow Cooker Energy Costs in Medford, OR

In the Medford 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 Slow Cooker (200W) at Medford's rate of 12.4¢/kWh costs approximately $4 per year — $0 less than the national average of $4.

Rates in Medford are close to the national average, so the Slow Cooker's annual cost of $4 is broadly representative of what most US households pay. Over the 10-year expected lifespan, total energy cost reaches $37.

With a cost of living index of 102, Medford is near the national median. The Slow Cooker's monthly cost of $0.31 represents a typical share of the average Medford electric bill of $106/month. While no ENERGY STAR version is available, a smart Slow Cooker with automated scheduling can reduce consumption by 5%, saving $0/year.

Medford's moderate climate (avg 47.6°F) helps keep seasonal energy cost swings manageable for most appliances. A Slow Cooker produces approximately 0.02 tons of CO2 annually at typical usage. Medford residents can reduce this footprint by optimizing usage patterns, or investing in solar — see our solar savings calculator for Medford.

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