How Many kWh Does a Toaster Oven Use?
Toaster Oven energy cost calculator — see your exact daily, monthly, and yearly electricity cost.
US national average. Edit for your local rate.
Daily Energy Use
0.30
kWh / day
Monthly Cost
$1.69
Yearly Cost
$20.62
Toaster Oven — Cost Breakdown
| Period | kWh Used | Cost ($) |
|---|---|---|
| Per Hour | 1.2000 | $0.2260 |
| Per Day | 0.30 | $0.06 |
| Per Month (30 days) | 9.00 | $1.69 |
| Per Year (365 days) | 109.50 | $20.62 |
Using a toaster oven for 15 minutes uses about the same energy as running a microwave for the same duration.
3 Ways to Cut Your Toaster Oven Energy Bill
- 🌱
Use the toaster oven instead of a full-size oven for small portions — it uses about 50% less energy to reach temperature.
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Preheat only when baking — for reheating and toasting, preheating wastes energy as the food benefits from gradual heat.
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Place food on the center rack for even heat distribution, avoiding the need to cook longer to compensate for cold spots.
Toaster ovens use resistance heating elements with no motor, so wattage is stable and consistent from power-on.