Cost to Run a 3D Printer in Indiana
Indiana's average residential electricity rate is 16.7¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest in the country, 9% below the U.S. average. At typical usage (3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each), a 3d printer here costs $1.31 per month.
Per use
$0.10
0.6 kWh per use
Per day
4.3¢
3 uses/week at 0.6 kWh each
Per month
$1.31
7.8 kWh
Per year
$15.67
94 kWh
By usage level in Indiana
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (2×/week) | 2.1¢ | $0.65 | $7.84 |
| Typical (3×/week) | 4.3¢ | $1.31 | $15.67 |
| Heavy (6×/week) | 8.6¢ | $2.61 | $31.35 |
Indiana 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 Indiana?
At Indiana's current average residential rate of 16.7¢/kWh (July 2026), a 3d printer with typical usage costs about 4.3¢ per day, $1.31 per month, or $15.67 per year.
Is running a 3d printer in Indiana more expensive than average?
No — it's cheaper. Indiana's rate is about 9% below the U.S. average: $1.31 per month here versus $1.43 nationally.
What does electricity cost in Indiana right now?
Indiana residents pay an average of 16.7¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 29th cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.