Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Delaware
Delaware's average residential electricity rate is 18.8¢/kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest in the country, 0% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.47 per month.
Per use
$0.11
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.8¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.47
7.8 kWh
Per year
$17.65
94 kWh
By usage level in Delaware
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.4¢ | $0.73 | $8.82 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.8¢ | $1.47 | $17.65 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | $0.10 | $2.94 | $35.29 |
Delaware vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a 3d printer in Delaware?
At Delaware's current average residential rate of 18.8¢/kWh (April 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.8¢ per day, $1.47 per month, or $17.65 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Delaware more expensive than average?
It's almost exactly the U.S. average: $1.47 per month here versus $1.47 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Delaware right now?
Delaware residents pay an average of 18.8¢ per kWh as of April 2026 — the 33rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.