How Much Does It Cost to Run an Electric Grill or Griddle in Newfoundland and Labrador? (2026)
Electric grills draw 1,200 to 2,200 watts and cycle to hold temperature. A 30 minute cook uses about 0.5 to 0.8 kWh, usually cheaper than the gas or charcoal for the same meal.
A typical electric grill or griddle (1,600 W) costs C$0.25 per hour, or about C$3.74 per month at 0.5 hours a day in Newfoundland and Labrador. Cheap to run
| Wattage | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low 1,200 W | C$0.19 | C$0.094 | C$2.81 | C$14.03 |
| Typical 1,600 W | C$0.25 | C$0.12 | C$3.74 | C$18.71 |
| High 2,200 W | C$0.34 | C$0.17 | C$5.14 | C$25.72 |
Formula: watts ÷ 1000 × hours × price per kWh. Typical use is 0.5 h/day for about 150 days a year (the outdoor season) ≈ 120 kWh per year.
One hour of an electric grill or griddle (1.6 kWh) is the same electricity as
- 8.9km in an electric car
- 16hours of TV
- 36hours of a laptop
- 178hours of an LED bulb
In Newfoundland and Labrador, with electricity at 15.6¢ per kWh (source: Hydro-Québec 2025 comparison, 2025-04), a typical electric grill or griddle costs C$0.25 per hour and about C$18.71 per year at 0.5 hours a day. That is about 11% more than the national average for Canada (C$3.36 per month), because electricity in Newfoundland and Labrador costs 15.6¢ per kWh against 14.0¢ nationally. Each C$1.00 of electricity buys roughly 4.0 hours of use.
How to lower the cost of running an electric grill or griddle
- Preheat for 5 to 10 minutes, not 20.
- Cook with the lid down to hold heat.
- Grill several items at once while it is hot.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to use an electric grill?
About 0.6 kWh for a half hour cook, a few cents in most regions.
Is an electric grill cheaper than gas?
Usually, since a full propane tank costs more than the equivalent electricity.
Do electric grills use a lot of electricity?
Similar to an oven per minute, but for shorter periods.
Cost by region
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- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
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- Electric Lawn Mower (Corded or Battery)1,200 W typical
- Electric Pressure Washer1,800 W typical
- Electric Sauna Heater6,000 W typical
- Infrared Sauna1,800 W typical
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