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Electricity Cost of a Microwave
Average Power Draw: 1,200 W. Estimated Cost: $0.19 / hour ($0.03 per 10-min heating) (based on US average $0.16/kWh). Microwaves cook rapidly, resulting in very low overall monthly power cost.
Direct Answer: Power draw = 1,200 W | Operating cost = $0.19 / hour ($0.03 per 10-min heating).
Energy Consumption Breakdown
Microwaves cook rapidly, resulting in very low overall monthly power cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much electricity does a microwave use?
It draws roughly 1,200 W, costing approximately $0.19 / hour ($0.03 per 10-min heating).